Chicken Masala 70g Spice Blend

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Recipe for chicken Masala

Easy Chicken Masala (Using Chicken Masala Powder)

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 mins (+ 30 mins marination)
Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

For Marination:

• 500g (1 lb) chicken (with bone or boneless)

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• ½ tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• 1 tbsp chicken masala powder (SpicenEasy)

• Salt to taste

For the Curry:

• 3 tbsp oil or ghee

• 2 onions, finely chopped

• 2 tomatoes, pureed

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 green chili (slit, optional)

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 1 tbsp chicken masala powder

• ½ tsp turmeric

• ½ tsp garam masala

• ½ cup yogurt (optional, for creaminess)

• ½ cup water

• Fresh coriander (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

1. Mix chicken with ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, turmeric, chili powder, chicken masala powder, and salt.

2. Let it marinate for 30 mins (or up to 2 hrs for deeper flavor).

2. Cook the Curry:

1. Heat oil/ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

2. Add onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, fry for 1 min.

3. Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates (~5-7 mins).

4. Add 1 tbsp chicken masala powder, turmeric, and salt. Mix well.

5. Add marinated chicken and sear for 5 mins on medium heat.

6. Lower heat, add yogurt (if using) and water. Cover and simmer for 15-20 mins until chicken is tender.

7. Sprinkle garam masala and fresh coriander.

3. Serve Hot:

• Best with roti, naan, or steamed rice.

Variations:

• Creamy Version: Add 2 tbsp cream or cashew paste.

• Restaurant-Style: Charcoal-smoke (dhungar) for smokiness.

• Dry Masala: Reduce gravy and cook until semi-dry.