Chicken Kali Mirch is one of the spiciest recipes enjoyed in many Indian households. Though spicy, it is comfort food that is wholesome and satisfying. The use of simple ingredients and easy cooking techniques makes this chicken recipe an effortless dish perfect for lunch or dinner. This recipe is aromatic yet straightforward, and you will enjoy the process of cooking it.
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What is Chicken Kalimiri Recipe Or Kalimirch?
Chicken kali mirch, also known as Pepper Chicken, is one of the signature dishes that originated from Mughlai cuisine. Several versions of chicken kali mirch today are enjoyed in many parts of India, especially in North India and North East India. The freshly ground black pepper blends with the thick creamy gravy to make a star dish. The ingredients used are the basic spices and herbs found in every household. Also, it can be prepared in either the dry or gravy versions, based on how you wish to enjoy your Kalimiri Chicken.
While you lick your fingers throughout your meal, you also gain several health benefits when eating this recipe:
- Proteins, vitamin B12, Iron and zinc are all present in chicken.
- The consumption of black pepper is believed to aid in digestion.
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 35 minutes |
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- 500 grams of Licious Chicken Curry Cut
- 3 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 2 onions sliced
- 1- inch ginger finely chopped
- 8 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 10 Cashew nuts soaked in warm water
- 5 tbsp oil
- 3 cardamom pods
- 4 cloves
- 1- inch Cinnamon
- ½ cup yogurt
- ½ tsp garam masala
- 2 green chillies chopped
- 1 tsp Kasuri methi
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- Salt as per taste
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
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- Add the chicken, 1 tsp pepper, lemon juice and salt to a bowl to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Take a pan and add 1 tbsp oil. Once heated, add onions and fry till they are translucent
- Add ginger and garlic and fry them too.
- Once cooked, allow the mixture to cool down and add them to a mixer grinder with the soaked cashew nuts to get a smooth paste.
- Heat another pan with 2 tbsp oil. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 3 minutes on high heat then set aside.
- Add 2 tbsp oil to the same pan. Once heated, add the cardamom pods, cloves and cinnamon and saute for a few seconds
- Add the cashew paste and cook for 5 minutes on medium heat.
- Add the chicken and fry for another 3 minutes and reduce the heat.
- Add yoghurt, cream, salt and garam masala and keep stirring till the oil separates.
- Pour in ¾ cup of water along with green chillies and Kasuri methi and cook on low for 15 minutes or till the chicken is cooked.
- Garnish with a pinch of black pepper and coriander
- Serve hot with butter naan, kulcha or tawa roti
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