Butter Chicken Masala: A Classic Indian Dish

If you’re a fan of Indian cuisine, you’ve likely heard of Butter Chicken Masala. This dish is a staple in many Indian households and restaurants around the world. Today, we’re going to share a recipe that will allow you to bring this classic Indian dish to your own kitchen.

Ingredients

For the chicken:

  • 500 gms Boneless Chicken
  • 1 lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Kashmir Red Chilli powder
  • 1 cup hung curd
  • Salt to taste

For the gravy:

  • 6 medium size roughly chopped tomatoes
  • 2 medium size roughly chopped onions
  • 1 tbsp ginger and garlic paste
  • 50 gms cashew
  • 1 tsp kasoori methi
  • 2 tbsp Seasonal Souvenirs Butter Chicken Masala
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 tbsp Kashmiri chilli powder
  • 6 tbsp butter

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

Start by marinating the chicken with chili powder, lemon juice, salt, and hung curd. Let it sit for half an hour or overnight if time allows.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

In a grill pan, cook the chicken with 2 spoons of butter.

Step 3: Prepare the Gravy

Heat oil and butter in a heavy-based saucepan. Add onion and stir occasionally for 3 to 4 minutes or until softened. Add tomato, ginger garlic paste, Kashmiri red chilli, Seasonal Souvenirs Butter Chicken Masala, and cashew. Add some salt and cook until softened.

Step 4: Blend the Ingredients

Let it cool for some time and then add it in a blender and make a fine paste. Strain and keep aside.

Step 5: Final Steps

In a separate pan, melt butter and sauté chopped ginger and chopped green chili. Add the curry and some water to get the right consistency. Add fenugreek leaves powder, honey, and salt to taste. Add the cooked chicken to the curry and bring to a boil. Finish with fresh cream.

Serve hot with naan and steamed rice. Enjoy your homemade Butter Chicken Masala!

This recipe is perfect for those who love Indian cuisine or those who are looking to try something new. The rich flavours of the spices combined with the creaminess of the butter make this dish a must-try! Happy cooking!

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