This is a flavourful chicken preparation made with saao mashalo ( green masala ) It is a blend of coriander leaves, mint leaves, garlic, ginger and onion. Various dishes are made with this masala as the base in Sindhi Cuisine.
Chicken.........1 kg
Onions..........................3-4 (chopped)
Mint Leaves................1 cup
Coriander Leaves.......1 to 1 1/2 cups
Green Chillies.............4-5
Garlic........................... 2 pods
Tomatoes.................... 2
Coriander Powder.....1 tbsp
Red Chilli Powder......1/2 tsp
Turmeric Powder......1 tsp
Garam masala..... 1 tsp
Salt to taste
Oil
Method:
1. Grind onions, green chillies, mint leaves, coriander leaves, garlic and tomatoes to a coarse paste.
2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add the ground paste and saute it for 4-5 minutes. Add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder.
3. Add the chicken. Saute again for a few minutes.
4. Add sufficient water to cook. Finally add the garam masala and cook it for 3-4 whistles. Serve with rotis or rice
I love the creamy rich green gravy, I would love a vegetarian version of this, maybe I can make by adding paneer or potatoes??
ReplyDeleteYes Nayna.... we also have a vegetarian version with the same masala.. aloo and bhindi combo.
DeleteLovely recipe Shobhaji..
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarika :)
DeleteMmmmm yummy
ReplyDeleteThanks Shobha
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