Chicken Masala
Tender chunks of marinated chicken cooked to perfection on skewers, served alongside a vibrant salad bursting with fresh flavors and fragrant herbs. This dish combines the bold aromatics of ginger, garlic, and spices with the tangy brightness of yogurt and lime, creating a delightful balance of savory and zesty notes. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal that's sure to impress.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp ghee (clarified butter), or oil
- 1 small onion , finely chopped
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 2 cardamom pods
- 4 cloves
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 2cm piece root ginger , very finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves , crushed
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ¾ tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp tomato purée
- oil
- 2 skinless chicken breasts , cut into chunks
- 1 chopped tomato
- a handful of coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix the yogurt, paste, half the chopped coriander, half the lime juice and all the the zest. Tip in the chicken, stir to coat and leave in the fridge to marinate for 30 mins if you have time.
- Thread the chicken onto 8 skewers and cook in batches on a hot griddle pan, frying pan or barbecue for about 10-12 mins, turning until cooked though.
- Meanwhile, mix the salad ingredients with the remaining lime juice and coriander in a bowl and season. Sprinkle with extra coriander and serve alongside the skewers with warmed wholemeal chapatis.
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 227 calories
- Fat Content: 4 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 8 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 6 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 39 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.77 milligram of sodium
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