Authentic Chicken Korma Recipe

Chicken Korma is a popular Indian dish known for its rich, creamy sauce made with yogurt, nuts, and spices. This recipe offers a flavorful and easy way to make this classic dish at home.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, cut into pieces
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/2 cup cashews
• 1/2 cup almonds
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup water
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. In a blender, combine yogurt, cashews, almonds, onion, garlic, ginger, garam masala, coriander, cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth.
2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Pour the yogurt mixture over the chicken and stir to combine. Add water to thin out the sauce if needed.
4. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
6. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

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