Murgh Tamatari (Chicken, Onions, Tomatoes, and Spic

Name: Murgh Tamatari (Chicken, Onions, Tomatoes, and Spices)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ½ teaspoon cumin seed; 2 garlic cloves, grated; 1 piece fresh ginger, grated (1-inch); 1 ½ cups onions, finely chopped; 2 cups tomatoes, diced (canned or fresh); salt (to taste); ½ teaspoon turmeric; 14-½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon garam masala; 2 lbs chicken drumsticks, skinned, washed, and patted dry (can use thigs in addition or instead of); 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ teaspoon cumin seed
2 garlic cloves, grated
1 piece fresh ginger, grated (1-inch)
1 ½ cups onions, finely chopped
2 cups tomatoes, diced (canned or fresh)
salt (to taste)
½ teaspoon turmeric
14-½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garam masala
2 lbs chicken drumsticks, skinned, washed, and patted dry (can use thigs in addition or instead of)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped

1
Warm the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the cumin seeds and after a few seconds, the grated garlic and ginger.
3
Saute for 1 minute, then add the onions.
4
Saute for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low, and mix in the tomatoes.
6
Cook for another 8 to 10 minutes, mashing with the back of a wooden spoon until the oil appears around the edges.
7
Add the salt and all the other spices and stir for another minute.
8
Now add the chicken and mix well with the sauteed spice paste.
9
Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cook for another 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender.
10
Mix in the lemon juice and fresh coriander leaves, and serve over rice.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, ½ teaspoon cumin seed, 2 garlic cloves, grated, 1 piece fresh ginger, grated (1-inch), and more.

Yes, Murgh Tamatari (Chicken, Onions, Tomatoes, and Spices) 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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Murgh Tamatari (Chicken, Onions, Tomatoes, and Spices)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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