🍗 Non-Vegetarian Punjab Dinner

Punjabi Chicken Karahi Charcoal Wok Tomato Ginger Quick

Chicken cooked in a wok (karahi) over high heat with tomatoes, ginger and green chilli — the quick, boldly flavoured preparation of Punjabi highway dhabas.

Prep15 min
🍳Cook25 min
🕐Total40 min
👥Serves4
📊LevelMedium
Punjabi Chicken Karahi Charcoal Wok Tomato Ginger Quick
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Hindi
Punjabi

Method

  1. 1

    Heat 3 tbsp oil in a karahi or wok on high. Add cumin — sizzle.

  2. 2

    Add minced garlic and half the julienned ginger. Fry 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Add chicken pieces. Cook on high heat, turning, for 5 to 6 minutes until well-browned on all surfaces.

  4. 4

    The high heat is essential for karahi flavour.

  5. 5

    Add finely chopped tomatoes and 3 chopped green chillies.

  6. 6

    Cook on medium-high for 8 to 10 minutes until tomatoes break down completely and the oil surfaces.

  7. 7

    Add turmeric, red chilli powder and coriander powder. Cook 2 minutes.

  8. 8

    Cover and cook on medium for 10 to 12 minutes until chicken is completely tender.

  9. 9

    Uncover. Increase heat. Cook 2 minutes to dry the masala slightly.

  10. 10

    Add garam masala and salt. Garnish with remaining julienned ginger, slit green chillies, fresh coriander and lemon.

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