AKHROT MURGH (INDIAN WALNUT CHICKEN)

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Posted for ZWT6. Adapted from Sanjeev Kapoor's website. Marinated with yogurt and spices and cooked with chilies and onions in a walnut tomato cream sauce. The type of chicken used is not specified, I would use a mix of breasts and thighs.

Provided by noway

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup walnuts
1 lb chicken
1 tablespoon ginger paste
1 tablespoon garlic paste
salt, to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided use
1/4 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon oil
1 medium onion, grated
1 large tomatoes, pureed
4 green chilies, chopped
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 tablespoons cream
1/4 teaspoon garam masala

Steps:

  • Grind walnuts into a fine powder using a food processor.
  • Cut chicken into 1/2 inch pieces and place in a bowl.
  • Add ginger paste, garlic paste, salt, half teaspoon cumin and yogurt and mix well. Marinate the chicken for half an hour.
  • Heat oil in a pan, add onion and sauté till lightly browned.
  • Add tomato puree, mix well and continue to sauté till oil separates.
  • Add green chillies and continue to cook for two minutes.
  • Add ground coriander and remaining cumin, mix well and cook for one more minute.
  • Add the marinated chicken, mix well, cover and cook till done.
  • Add walnuts, simmer for two to three minutes. Add fresh cream and garam masala powder and mix well and simmer for two more minutes. Serve hot.

Md Monib
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I would recommend this dish to anyone who loves Indian food.


Shahd Mohamad
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This dish was just okay.


Beatrice Berry
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I'm not sure I would make this dish again.


Zohaib Zohaib
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests.


ALI TAQI shah
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I had some trouble finding walnuts, but I'm glad I did because this dish was amazing.


Imambaloch Imambaloch
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste.


Diarmaid Brennan
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I'm going to try making this dish with different types of nuts.


Sani Lucas
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This recipe is a keeper!


Sweet Ben
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I would definitely make this dish again.


Qazi Sajjad
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This dish was a little bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it.


Mncedisi Dube
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I've never had walnut chicken before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It was delicious!


Rajkumar Raju
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Yolanda gil
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I made this dish for a party and everyone loved it.


Astonic
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This is one of my favorite Indian dishes. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Md Gisan Ali
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I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I really enjoyed this dish.


Lebohang Mpho
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The sauce was a bit too spicy for me, but otherwise the dish was very good.


Siphesihle Sibisi
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rukaeya Khatun
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Easy to follow recipe and turned out great!


Janilis Medina
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the combination of walnuts and spices.