Jeera Murg (Chicken with Cumin)

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   ----Toroast cumin or coriander seeds----.

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   Put the seeds in a heavy based frying pan and set the pan over a low heat.

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   Keep shaking the pan until the seeds are well roasted but not burned.

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   Crush them lightly in a mortar and pestle.

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   (Or non-purists may pulverize them in a food processor!

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   They keep very well in a tightly sealed jar and can be used in many dishes.

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   Sprinkle the chicken with the lemon juice and some salt.

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   Heat the oil in a heavy based pan until it almost reaches smoking point, then put in the chicken and crushed cumin.

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    Keep the heat high and swirl the chicken around, but not too often.

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    This cools the pan down a little and allows moisture from the chicken to escape.

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    Toss for 2-3 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through, then taste and add more salt if necessary.

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    Sprinkle with coriander and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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