Chicken Zafrani
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Chicken zafrani is a rich and aromatic dish that pays homage to the culinary traditions of the Indian subcontinent. Infused with the luxurious touch of saffron.
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Ingredients
- 800 g chicken
- 1 onion Finely chopped
- 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
- 100 g yoghurt
- 50 ml oil
- 1/2 tsp saffron strands
- 3-4 cardamom pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4-5 cloves
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- salt Adjust to taste
- Coriander Chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, soak the saffron strands in 2 tbsp of warm water. Set it aside to infuse.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well to form a marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the cooking oil or ghee over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.
- Add the green cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the pan. Sauté for another minute to release their flavours.
- Add the marinated chicken along with the marinade to the pan. Cook on medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chicken simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until it's cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the chicken is cooking, add the soaked saffron (along with the water it was soaked in) to the pan. Mix gently to distribute the saffron colour and flavour.
- Once the chicken is cooked, check for seasoning and adjust salt and spice levels if needed.
- Garnish the Chicken Zafrani with chopped cilantro leaves.
- Serve the Chicken Zafrani hot with naan, rice, or your choice of bread.
Notes
- This recipe uses bone-in chicken for added flavour, but you can use boneless chicken if preferred.
- Make sure not to include any milk in the recipe as per the notes.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
- The saffron adds a wonderful aroma and colour to the dish; make sure to infuse it in warm water before adding.
- The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavourful it will be.
- Nutritional facts:
- The provision of nutritional information is done merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
374kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
29g
(45%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
73mg
(24%)
Sodium
90mg
(4%)
Potassium
311mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
293IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Vitamin D
0.2µg
Calcium
71mg
(7%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 374 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 374kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 90mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 311mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 293IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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