ORANGE CHICKEN KORESH IRANIAN

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From Laura Kelley book, The Silk Road Gourmet; looks beautful; it is supposed to be Iranian; sweet and sour.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons oil, sesame
3 chicken breasts, cut in bite size pieces
2 onions, cut in cresents
2 tablespoons orange zest
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups orange juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon saffron
3 oranges, peeled in segments
2 carrots, julienned
3 teaspoons almonds, slivered
2 teaspoons pistachio nuts, chopped finely

Steps:

  • Heat sesame oil; saute chicken; remove chicken to a platter.
  • Add onions to oil; add orange zest, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper; stir.
  • Add chicken back; roll chicken around to coat in the spices.
  • Add orange juice; bring to near boil; cook 20 minutes covered; stir occasionally so it doesn't burn.
  • Cook on low until chicken becomes tender.
  • Combine vinegar, lime juice, sugar, and saffron water in medium saucepan; heat for 10 minutes until hot; add orange segments; stir well.
  • Add carrots, almonds and pistachio nuts to chicken mixture and cook for 15 minutes more.
  • When done add lime juice mixture; stir.
  • Garnish with herbs like cilantro.

Mehran Mehmood
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Not my favorite.


Nimusima Faith
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Meh.


Jeimi Tool
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were nice. I'll probably make it again.


Sahar
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I think I'll try cooking the chicken in a different way next time.


Saiyad Ja
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think I just added too much orange juice. Next time I'll use less.


Joseph godinez
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I wasn't sure how the orange and chicken would go together, but I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors were amazing.


Don Theta
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I love how this dish combines the flavors of orange and saffron. It's a really unique and tasty combination.


Judah R. Ka
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This recipe is a keeper! It's now one of my go-to dishes for company.


Mardan Ustad
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the unique flavor.


Aryan Rezaii
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The recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. My family loved it!


Md BilKls
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This orange chicken koresh was a delightful surprise! The combination of sweet and sour flavors was perfectly balanced, and the chicken was tender and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again!


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