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Chicken Korma with Cold Yogurt Sauce

Chicken Korma with Cold Yogurt Sauce
I have fond memories of my grandmother making this meal as I liked the unique taste. She made it with love and she loved making sure it came out the right way. with its gentle heat and savory notes, it's a comforting classic.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound (450g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups (475ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240ml) plain yogurt (3%)
  • 1 cup (240ml) plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) chopped fresh mint
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and grated
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Instructions

1. Combine chicken, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.

2. Heat 15ml or 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat, approximately 180°C or 350°F. Add the chicken mixture and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, heat another 15ml or 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

4. Add 250ml or 1 cup of chicken broth and 120ml or 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, approximately 80°C or 176°F, and simmer for 10 minutes.

5. Stir in 60g or 1/4 cup of yogurt, 2 teaspoons of garam masala powder, 15g or 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro, and 15g or 1/4 cup of chopped mint. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

6. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes, until heated through.

7. Prepare the cold yogurt sauce by combining 60g or 1/2 cup of grated cucumber, 120g or 1/2 cup of yogurt, 7g or 1 tablespoon of dried mint, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.

8. Serve the chicken korma hot, with the cold yogurt sauce on the side. Garnish with additional cilantro and mint if desired.

Tools
  • skillet
  • large bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • wooden spoon
  • refrigerator

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