MURGH MAKHANI - MOGHUL BUTTER CHICKEN
A classic Indian recipe is absolutely delectable and is a real favourite in our house, frequently served on Curry Friday - a popular family tradition! This world famous recipe is often jokingly referred to as the national bird of Punjab, so popular is it in that region! This recipe is by Gordon Ramsey, and here is what he has to say about it: Gordon: "Butter chicken, or murgh makhani, was one of the first dishes I tasted when I went to India. Its origins can be traced back to Moghul times, but the dish and its history is most closely associated with Delhi's famous Moti Mahal restaurant, where I had the pleasure of eating this fantastic dish. Over time, numerous chefs have attempted to emulate the rich buttery sauce, and flavours vary slightly between restaurants. This is my version of the classic dish."
Provided by French Tart
Categories Curries
Time 4h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Place the chicken in a bowl with the garlic, ginger, salt, chilli powder and lemon juice. Mix, cover with cling film and chill for 30 minutes. Mix together the yoghurt, garam masala, turmeric and cumin and add to the chicken, making sure that each piece is well coated with the mixture. Cover again and chill for 3-4 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/Fan 160°C/Gas 4. Put the marinated chicken pieces on a grill rack set on a baking tray and bake for 8-10 minutes. Brush the chicken pieces with a little oil and turn them over. Bake for another 10-12 minutes until just cooked through.
- For the sauce, heat the ghee or butter in a pan and add the garlic and ginger. Fry for a minute or so then add the cardamom, cloves, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, fenugreek and chilli powder. Stir well and fry for 1-2 minutes until they give off a lovely aroma.
- Stir in the tomato puree and lemon juice and cook for another couple of minutes. Add the chicken pieces to the sauce and stir well to coat. Finally, add the butter and cream and stir continuously until the butter has melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning. Transfer to a warm bowl and serve hot, garnished with chopped coriander.
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Cavin Gill123
[email protected]This is the best Murgh Makhani recipe I've ever tried. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!
jeremia mogapi
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times for friends and family, and they've all loved it.
Jo CHEDRA
[email protected]This Murgh Makhani recipe is amazing! The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I served it with basmati rice and naan, and it was a hit with my family.
Shayana Spence
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is always tender and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Blaq Nation Empire
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The sauce is so complex and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe for a special occasion.
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Indian food, but this Murgh Makhani recipe was surprisingly good. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy. I would definitely make this again.
sark Ernest
[email protected]This is the best Murgh Makhani recipe I've ever tried. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!
Dark11 Gunner
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times for friends and family, and they've all loved it.
Qasim ali ali
[email protected]This Murgh Makhani recipe is a keeper! The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the chicken is tender and juicy. I served it with basmati rice and naan, and it was a hit with my family.
A Linoge
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of Indian food, but I'm so glad I did! The sauce was amazing and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
vic vital
[email protected]This is one of my favorite Indian dishes. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is always tender and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Nathan Booth
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The flavors are so complex and delicious, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.
First 2 Know
[email protected]This was my first time making Murgh Makhani and it turned out amazing! The sauce was rich and creamy, and the chicken was tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.