Mughlai Masala

Mughlai Masala Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 Onions, finely chopped
• 2 Tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2 Teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
• 1 Teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 Teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 Teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 Teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 Teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 500g Chicken, cut into pieces
• 1/2 Cup yogurt
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

• Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown.
• Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
• Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
• Add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, garam masala, and salt. Stir well and cook for a couple of minutes until the spices are fragrant.
• Add the chicken pieces to the pan and coat them well with the spice mixture.
• Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes until it starts to brown.
• Lower the heat and add the yogurt to the pan. Stir well to combine everything.
• Cover the pan and let the chicken cook for another 10-15 minutes until it is cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
• Once the chicken is cooked, remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with rice or naan.