Chitti Chicken Karahi Recipe
Steps:
- Heating the Oil:
- In a large karahi, heat 3 ladles of 3 oz oil (total 9 oz) until hot.
- Cooking the Chicken:
- Add 2 packets of chicken and fry for about 2 minutes, until the chicken turns white.
- Adding Basic Seasoning:
- Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Add 1⁄4 cup of green chillies and 1⁄4 cup of ginger julienne.
- Sautéing the Aromatics:
- Add 1 tablespoon of ginger garlic paste.
- Perform bhunai (sauté) until the chicken turns slightly golden.
- Adding the Spice Mix:
- Add 2 tablespoons of K-Boys Chitti Chicken Masala and stir well.
- Simmering with Garlic Water:
- Pour in 1 ladle of garlic water, cover the karahi, and cook for 5–6 minutes.
- Adding Yogurt and Coconut:
- Add 2 ladles (8 oz) of yogurt.
- Mix in 2 tablespoons of coconut powder and stir gently.
- Finishing Touches:
- Add 1⁄2 teaspoon of black pepper and 1⁄2 teaspoon of K-Boys Garam Masala.
- Once the oil separates, remove the excess oil from the top.
- Add 3 oz of cooking cream.
- Perform bhunai for 1–2 minutes, until oil starts to appear at the edges of the karahi.
Chitti Chicken Karahi – 1⁄2 KG Portion
1. Seasoning Adjustments:
- Use 1⁄2 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of Chitti Chicken Masala.
2. Final Spices and Finishing:
- Add 1⁄4 teaspoon of black pepper and 1⁄4 teaspoon of K-Boys Garam Masala.
- Remove excess oil after separation.
- Add 2 oz of cooking cream.
- Do bhunai for 1–2 minutes until oil appears at the edges—this indicates readiness.
Conclusion:
Chitti Chicken Karahi is a creamy, flavorful dish that gets its signature richness from
the perfect balance of spices, yogurt, coconut, and cream. Ensure oil separation
before serving, as it indicates the karahi is properly cooked. Always finish with gentle
bhunai for the best texture and aroma.