Lasooni Murgh (Garlic Flavored Spicy Chicken)

Chicken is marinated overnight in spiced yogurt, then cooked together with cumin and cream in this traditional Indian dish. It is creamy and full of flavor and should be served over some kind of carb (rice, potatoes, naan) to absorb and dissimulate the spice.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 211 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt
• 2 teaspoons white pepper
• 5 saffron threads
• 1 clove garlic, mashed into a paste
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 1.5 teaspoons garam masala
• 1.5 pounds skinless, boneless chicken, cut in 1-inch pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir together the yogurt, garlic paste, lemon juice, garam masala, white pepper, and saffron; season to taste with salt. Toss the chicken in the yogurt and marinate in the refrigerator for 10 to 12 hours.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Toss in the cumin seeds and allow to cook until fragrant, 20 to 30 seconds. Add the chicken and brown in the oil. Discard any remaining marinade. Turn heat to medium-low, cover, and continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Pour in the cream and heat through. Serve immediately.