Sig's Friend Butter Chicken from Delhi Recipe

Name: Sig's Friend Butter Chicken from Delhi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb boneless chicken; 14 fl oz full fat yogurt; 6 clove garlic; 1/2 inch fresh ginger; 1/4 tsp coriander powder; 1/2 tsp cumin powder; 2/3 tsp red chilli or paprika; 1/2 tsp garam masala powder; 1 pinch of tandoori colouring; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tsp lime juice; 1 1/2 lb tomatoes; 1/2 tsp kasuri methi leaves(dried fenugreek leaves); 3 oz chilled butter; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp garam masala; 1 1/2 oz single cream

Servings: persons

2 lb boneless chicken
14 fl oz full fat yogurt
6 clove garlic
1/2 inch fresh ginger
1/4 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
2/3 tsp red chilli or paprika
1/2 tsp garam masala powder
1 pinch of tandoori colouring
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp lime juice
1 1/2 lb tomatoes
1/2 tsp kasuri methi leaves(dried fenugreek leaves)
3 oz chilled butter
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp garam masala
1 1/2 oz single cream

1
first prepare marinade, put the yogurt in a piece of cheesecloth and hang to allow the whey to drip.
2
Puree' the garlic and ginger in a blender.Add this and the marinade spices, salt and lime juices to the yogurt and mix
3
scalt tomatoes for makhani sauce peel off the skin.
4
Mash to a pulp.
5
grind fenugreek leaves to a powder.
6
marinade the chicken for at least 2hours in yogurt mixture or over night
7
when ready to cook heat oil in a thick bottomed pan add chicken with marinade.
8
Cover and cook on a low heat until cooked,occasionally turn the chicken
9
IMPORTANT THE MAKHANI SAUCE INGREDIENTS ARE FROM THE TOMATOES ONWARD.
10
put tje tomato pulp into a frying pan and cook for five minutes until liquid has slightly evaporated
11
add the chilled butter and paprika after the butter has melted.
12
cook for just 1minute.
13
Taste if it is not sour add a few drops vinegar.
14
add the fenugreek leaves powder and garam masala add salt to taste.
15
After 30 seconds add the cream and stir.
16
the sauce is now ready.
17
mix well with the chicken.
18
Serve immediately.

824

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb boneless chicken, 14 fl oz full fat yogurt, 6 clove garlic, 1/2 inch fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Sig's Friend Butter Chicken from Delhi 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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Sig's Friend Butter Chicken from Delhi

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