Delicious and Flavorful Tava Recipe

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Delicious and Flavorful Tava Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 08, 2024

Tava is a popular dish in Indian cuisine that combines succulent meat and a rich blend of spices. It is cooked on a Tava, a traditional flat frying pan, which adds a unique flavor to the dish. This recipe uses tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and zesty tomatoes for a mouthwatering experience. The chicken is marinated in a yogurt-based mixture and then cooked on the Tava to get a smoky flavor. Serve this delicious Tava with warm naan or steamed rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 500g boneless chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a Tava or a flat frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté them until golden brown.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the onions and cook until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Add the chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and the flavors are well combined.
  6. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or steamed rice.

Interesting Facts

  • Tava is a versatile cooking utensil commonly used in Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi cuisines.
  • The word 'Tava' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Tvac', which means skin or covering.