Delicious Chicken Karahi Recipe | Guide to Pakistani Chicken Karahi

Chicken Karahi is a famous dish of Pakistani food full with strong tastes as well as fragrant spices. Karahi which is after the Chinese wok and it has become a household staple in Pakistan including restaurants. This article serves as a deep dive into the history of Chicken Karahi, it’s multiple variations and also provides you with ways that let you easily have access to some delicious homemade food.

History & Cultural Significance:

Hailing from the Punjab region of Pakistan, Chicken Karahi has been a popular dish for centuries. A celebratory dish eaten on special occasions and after marriages, the trace of bean soup recipe also conjures up comfort food (on a much warmer home with family level). As time has progressed, different regions began to add their own unique tastes and therefore altered the original recipe slightly such as a spicier version from Lahore; Lahori Karahi or even Peshawari Karahi which is milder in nature.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
• 4 big tomatoes (diced finely)
• 2 Med onions, thinly sliced.
• 4-5 green chilies, slit
• Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds crushed
• 1tsp Garam masala powder
• 1 cup yogurt
• Coriander leaves, chopped
• Fresh ginger, julienned
• 1/2 cup oil or ghee
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

Heat the Oil:

Heat oil/ghee in a large karahi or wok over medium heat till smoking hot.

Cook the Onions:

Now add sliced onions and cook them till turn golden in colour.

Add the Ginger-Garlic Paste:

Add the ginger-garlic paste and stir well, to cook for a few minutes or until it looses its raw smell.

Cook the Chicken:

Heat the remaining oil in a karahi, add chicken pieces and cook until they are browned from all sides.

Add the Spices:

Then add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, zeera/cumin seeds and dhania (crushed). Allow the spices to bloom in this mixture for a few minutes.

Add the Tomatoes:

In a large non stick pan, add the chopped tomatoes and green chilies before adding salt. Stir and cook until the tomatoes become soft and look syrupy.

Incorporate the Yogurt:

Reduce the flame and add yogurt, combine it with tomato mixture. Stir in nutmeg and cook for a further 10-15 mins, occasionally stirring.

Finish with Garam Masala:

Let the garam masala powder fall off and cook for a couple of mins more until they are more wet than before.

Garnish:

Before serving garnish with fresh coriander leaves and julienne ginger)

Serving Suggestions:

Chicken Karahi tastes great with hot naans / roti or steamed rice Serve it with a chilled raita or some fresh salad to contrast the richness of flavours.

Variations:

• Lahore ki karahi: hot and spicy – made with more green chilies & black pepper.
• Peshawari Karahi (a milder version which generally contains bell peppers and a little cream to make the flavors more grounded)

Conclusion:

Chicken Karahi is not a dish,it’s a celebration of Pakistani culinary heritage With in this blog, when you are done reading it, You can bring flavours of Pakistan straight into your kitchen with a taste that will make you enjoy every little bit whilst experiencing the Authentic blend of spices. Happy cooking!

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Note to reader: If you are unable to eat certain foods, please understand (as I try my best) this recipe includes allergy-prone ingredients and may contain an allergen. Always practice food safety including washing your hands, as well as handling, cooking and storing ingredients properly.