Mughlai Chicken is a rich, creamy and impossibly delicious curry from the North of India. A mildly spiced marriage of fragrance and flavour. The Mughal Empire gave the world so many culinary delights, and this curry is one of them. Fit for an emperor.
1/4cupslivered almonds(toasted in a dry frying pan until lightly golden)
2tbspcilantro(chopped)
Instructions
Using a stick blender or food processor, blend the onions garlic and ginger together into a puree. Set aside.
Using a stick blender, blend the almonds and milk into a puree and set aside.
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a moderate heat. Add the cardamom pods and cinnamon stick and fry for 1 minute.
Add the onion mix and fry gently for 5-6 minutes until brown.
Add the Kashmiri chilli powder, hot chilli powder, garam masala and salt and stir briefly.
Add the chicken, and stir for a few minutes to fully coat all the chicken.
Stir in the almond puree and then pour in 1½ cups water and stir well.
Bring the curry to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it gently bubble for 35 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
Remove from the heat and serve. I like to garnish mine with a generous handful of toasted slivered almonds and cilantro. Serve alongside Indian breads or basmati rice.
Notes
Suggestions and Serving:To add a finishing touch to the curry, sprinkle it with toasted almonds and fresh cilantro, along with some tangy pomegranate seeds or crispy fried onions. For an extra touch of indulgence, drizzle some cream and even add some edible gold leaf on top.Mughlai chicken can be served with basmati rice or Indian breads, like naan bread or paratha, which are ideal for savoring the creamy sauce.Substitutes:For a variation of the creamy sauce, you can use cashew nuts or pistachios instead of almonds. Additionally, yoghurt or a combination of yoghurt and cream can replace cream for a similar texture.Storage:Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. To freeze, divide into single servings and store in airtight containers for up to 3 months. When reheating from frozen in the microwave, stir occasionally until it's piping hot. Alternatively, defrost and reheat in a pan until piping hot.