Kuwaiti Curried Chicken (Quwarmah Ala Dajaj) Recipe

Name: Kuwaiti Curried Chicken (Quwarmah Ala Dajaj)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken, skinned and jointed (I use chicken breasts a lot instead just cut each in half and cook for less time); salt; 1 3/4 teaspoons baharat mixed spice (May use Baharat Aka Middle East Mixed Spices - the Real Mix); 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 cup olive oil (or ghee); 2 large onions, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated; 1 stick cinnamon bark; 1 cup tomato sauce (I use canned pureed tomatoes); 1/4 cup water; 2 dried limes (loomi, or 1 1/2 tsp ground loomi but I find whole is better, don't leave this out please); 1 cup frozen okra (bamia, fried in a little oil) (optional)

Servings: persons

3 lbs chicken, skinned and jointed (I use chicken breasts a lot instead just cut each in half and cook for less time)
salt
1 3/4 teaspoons baharat mixed spice (May use Baharat Aka Middle East Mixed Spices - the Real Mix)
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 cup olive oil (or ghee)
2 large onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 stick cinnamon bark
1 cup tomato sauce (I use canned pureed tomatoes)
1/4 cup water
2 dried limes (loomi, or 1 1/2 tsp ground loomi but I find whole is better, don't leave this out please)
1 cup frozen okra (bamia, fried in a little oil) (optional)

1
Rinse and wipe chicken pieces dry and sprinkle with salt.
2
Combine baharat and turmeric and rub half onto chicken pieces. Leave for 15 minutes.
3
Heat olive oil and brown chicken pieces on each side. Remove to plate.
4
Add onion and fry gently until transparent.
5
Add garlic, ginger, remaining spice mixture, and cinnamon bark to the onion and fry for 5 minutes stirring often.
6
Add tomato sauce, water, salt to taste, and loomi pierced twice with a skewer or loomi powder. Bring to a high simmer.
7
Add chicken pieces and okra if using, reduce heat to low and simmer very gently for 1 1/2 hours until chicken is tender and sauce is thick.
8
Serve hot with Recipe #79179 or other basmati rice dish and salad.
9
Enjoy!

889

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs chicken, skinned and jointed (I use chicken breasts a lot instead just cut each in half and cook for less time), salt, 1 3/4 teaspoons baharat mixed spice (May use Baharat Aka Middle East Mixed Spices - the Real Mix), 1 teaspoon turmeric, and more.

Yes, Kuwaiti Curried Chicken (Quwarmah Ala Dajaj) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kuwaiti Curried Chicken (Quwarmah Ala Dajaj)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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