Saffron Chicken

1. 1

   Toast the saffron strands in a dry pan over a medium heat for about 1 minute taking care not to burn them.

2. 2

   Cool, and then crush them with the back of a spoon.

3. 3

   Dissolve them in 1 tablespoon of very hot water.

4. 4

   Heat the ghee (or whatever you use), and gently fry the onion, garlic, ginger and chillis until the onion is soft and golden.

5. 5

   Add garlic.

6. 6

   Add the dissolved saffron to the pan with the cardomon, then add the chicken.

7. 7

   Turn the chicken pieces in the mix, coating well.

8. 8

   Add the salt, cover and cook for 25 minutes until the chicken is tender.

9. 9

   Uncover the pan and continue cooking, turning often until the liquid is almost gone.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.