Chicken Korma Recipe

Name: Chicken Korma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken pieces; 2 teaspoons ginger paste; 2 teaspoons garlic paste; 1/2 cup cashew nuts; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons ghee; 1 onion; 4 cardamom pods; 4 cloves; 3 cinnamon sticks; 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 cup cream; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup cilantro; saffron, several strands; salt, as desired

Servings: persons

3 lbs chicken pieces
2 teaspoons ginger paste
2 teaspoons garlic paste
1/2 cup cashew nuts
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons ghee
1 onion
4 cardamom pods
4 cloves
3 cinnamon sticks
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup cilantro
saffron, several strands
salt, as desired

1
Clean and prepare chicken by removing excess fat.
2
Blend ginger and garlic pastes, nuts, and water until smooth.
3
Heat ghee.
4
Fry onions and then add cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, coriander powder, jeera powder, chili powder, garam masala and cumin seeds.
5
Fry untill they darken and sputter.
6
Add cashew-garlic mixture prepared previously and let cook for 5-6 minutes.
7
Now add chicken, mixing to ensure it is coated properly with spices.
8
Reduce heat, add salt, and allow to cook for 20-25 minutes.
9
Beat the yoghurt and add in small amounts while cooking on medium heat.
10
When chicken is tender and well-cooked, stir in cream, saffron and cilantro (hint: warm cream till tepid and dissolve saffron in it first, then pour).
11
Allow to simmer for a further 5-8 minutes.
12
Goes well with basmati rice.

895

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs chicken pieces, 2 teaspoons ginger paste, 2 teaspoons garlic paste, 1/2 cup cashew nuts, and more.

Yes, Chicken Korma falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Korma

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