A delightful fusion of tender chicken pieces simmered in a vibrant, earthy saag (spinach) gravy, seasoned with traditional Indian spices. A wholesome and flavorful twist on a classic North Indian dish
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500 grams chicken, cut into pieces
3 cups finely chopped spinach or mustard greens (saag)
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, finely chopped
30 gramss ginger garlic paste
125 grams curd (Dahi)
130 grams ghee or oil
6 grams cumin seeds
10 grams turmeric powder
6 grams red chili powder (adjust to taste)
10 grams coriander powder
6 grams garam masala
15 grams Salt
Instructions:
1. **Marinate the Chicken:**
In a bowl, mix chicken with Curd (Dahi), ginger garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. **Cooking the Saag:**
Blanch the chopped spinach or mustard greens in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and blend them into a smooth paste.
3. **Sauté Onions:**
Heat ghee or oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, and once they splutter, add finely chopped onions. Sauté until golden brown.
4. **Add Tomatoes:**
Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and the oil separates from the masala.
5. **Add Marinated Chicken:**
Add the marinated chicken to the masala and cook until the chicken is browned.
6. **Add Spinach Paste:**
Pour in the blended spinach or mustard greens paste. Mix well and let it cook for 1015 minutes.
7. **Simmer and Cook:**
Add garam masala and adjust salt and spice levels. Simmer until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
8. **Finish with Ghee:**
Optionally, finish with a drizzle of ghee for added richness.
9. **Serve Hot:**
Serve Saag Chicken hot with naan, roti, or rice.
Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. Enjoy the wholesome flavors of Saag Chicken!