Skudahkharis is a traditional Indian dish primarily made in Mumbai. It features a delicious blend of flavors that include spices like turmeric, ginger, garlic, coriander, cumin, and chilies. To prepare Skudahkharis, follow these simple steps:
Ingredients:
– 1 kg chicken (boneless or with bones, cut into bite-sized pieces)
– 2 tbsp Ghee/oil for cooking
– 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
– 3-4 cloves garlic, finely minced
– 1 inch ginger, finely chopped
– 1 cup low-fat yogurt (preferably hung)
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 2 tsp salt or to taste
– 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
– 1 tsp red chili powder
– 1 tsp garam masala powder
– Freshly chopped coriander leaves for garnishing
– Water (as needed)
Cooking Instructions:
- Heat ghee or oil in a deep pan/kadhai over medium flame. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until the onions turn translucent.
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Lower the heat and add the yogurt, lemon juice, salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala powder to the pan. Mix well and allow it to simmer for 5 minutes while stirring continuously.
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Add chicken pieces along with 1 cup of water and mix gently until all pieces are coated in the spiced yogurt mixture.
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Cover the pan and cook for around 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the gravy has thickened slightly.
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Turn off the heat, garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with rotis, naan, or rice of your choice.
Enjoy the delicious taste of Skudahkharis!
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