Dahi Tamatarwala Murgh (Chicken In Yogurt N Tomato

Name: Dahi Tamatarwala Murgh (Chicken In Yogurt N Tomato Gravy)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup yogurt; 1 teaspoon green chili paste; 2 teaspoons garlic paste; salt; 4 cloves; 2 medium sized onions (sliced); fresh mint leaves, a few sprigs; 1 tablespoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 4 medium sized tomatoes (blanched, de-skinned & pureed); 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons ginger paste; 3 tablespoons oil; 4 black cardamom pods; 2 inches cinnamon sticks; 2 bay leaves; 800 g chicken (1 inch pieces on the bone)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup yogurt
1 teaspoon green chili paste
2 teaspoons garlic paste
salt
4 cloves
2 medium sized onions (sliced)
fresh mint leaves, a few sprigs
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 medium sized tomatoes (blanched, de-skinned & pureed)
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons ginger paste
3 tablespoons oil
4 black cardamom pods
2 inches cinnamon sticks
2 bay leaves
800 g chicken (1 inch pieces on the bone)

1
In a bowl whisk three-fourth cup of yogurt, green chili paste, black pepper powder, one teaspoon of ginger paste, one teaspoon of garlic paste and salt.
2
Rub this marinade on the chicken pieces and keep them in the refrigerator for an hour.
3
Heat oil in a pan, add black cardamoms, cloves, cinnamon and bay leaves. Stir-fry for a few seconds and add sliced onions. Saute until golden brown. Add the remaining ginger and garlic pastes. Saute for two minutes.
4
Add the marinated chicken and saute on high heat for two minutes stirring constantly. Lower the heat and put it to simmer for another two minutes.
5
Add the coriander powder, turmeric powder and red chili powder. Cook further for three to four minutes.
6
Whisk the remaining yogurt and add. Cook for two to three minutes.
7
Add fresh tomato puree and cook until the raw flavours of tomato are gone. Simmer until the chicken is cooked.
8
Sprinkle green cardamom and nutmeg powder. Stir and remove from heat.
9
To serve, arrange in a bowl and garnish with mint sprigs. This chicken goes very well with tandoori roti.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 teaspoon green chili paste, 2 teaspoons garlic paste, salt, and more.

Yes, Dahi Tamatarwala Murgh (Chicken In Yogurt N Tomato Gravy) 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.

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Dahi Tamatarwala Murgh (Chicken In Yogurt N Tomato Gravy)

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