Chicken jalfrezi

Chicken Jalfrezi is a classic Indian dish that can be made at home with ease! It’s made with chicken, bell peppers, tomatoes, and spices. This recipe is sure to please the whole family! Meals are always better with friends, and this dish is no exception. It’s easy to make, delicious, and healthy!

Ingredients:

For the sauce-

½ large onion, roughly chopped

2 garlic cloves, chopped

1 green chili, finely chopped

vegetable oil, for frying

400g can plum tomatoes

1 tbsp coriander and turmeric

1 tbsp of cumin

For the meat & veg-

2-3 chicken breasts, diced

1 tsp cumin, coriander, turmeric

½ large onion, sliced

1 red pepper, chopped

2 tsp garam masala

Method :

1. Cut chicken into pieces perfectly,
2. Now that the chicken is cut into pieces, it’s time to cook them. Add the chicken to a pot of boiling water and cook for about 8-10 minutes or until the pieces turn opaque. You want to make sure that the chicken is cooked through and tender.
3. If you want a more flavorful dish, try adding some spices like ginger, garlic, peppers, and onions while cooking your chicken!
4. Drain the chicken pieces and set them aside. Do not wash the chicken; we want to keep all of that flavor in there!
5. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when you add the onions, ginger, and green chilies. If you don’t have an electric stove, use a long match to test whether or not the oil is hot enough (it will dance around if it’s ready).
6. Add the onions, ginger, and green chilies to the pan. Stir occasionally until translucent – about 3 minutes
7. Add chicken pieces to the pot and cook on medium heat for 5-10 minutes until it is cooked through.
8. Add the bell peppers, tomatoes, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder to the onions. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes or until peppers start to soften slightly. 
9. Add the chicken to the onion mixture, sprinkle with salt and add tomato paste. Stir to combine.
10. Stir the mixture and cook for 5 minutes on medium heat. Now your chicken jalfrezi is ready, you can enjoy it with Vegetable fried rice, Paratha, roti, or naan.

Is Chicken Jalfrezi healthy?

When it comes to choosing a healthy curry, chicken jalfrezi is a great option. This dish is low in calories and carbohydrates, making it a healthier choice than some other options. Plus, chicken jalfrezi is packed with protein and nutrients, so you’ll be getting plenty of health benefits from this dish.

If you’re watching your calorie intake, then you might want to skip the oil and go for a leaner version. But if you’re not too worried about calories, then Chicken Jalfrezi can be a healthy option. Just be sure to watch the amount of oil you use.

To sum up!

When it comes to curries, there are endless possibilities. You can make them as simple or as complex as you like. But one thing that makes a Chicken Jalfrezi stand out is the addition of vinegar at the end. This gives it a slightly tangy flavor that sets it apart from other curries.

This recipe is easy to make and delicious. If you are looking for more protein, try adding some beans or lentils to your meal. This dish can be served with rice or naan bread. Happy cooking! enjoy.