Awadi Dahi Murg (Chicken in Yogurt Gravy) Recipe

Awadi Dahi Murg (Chicken in Yogurt Gravy) Recipe

  • 1 (1 1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons ground turmeric
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 cup ground coriander
  • 1/2 cup corn oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1 (32 ounce) container plain yogurt
  • 2 1/2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green chiles
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into cubes
  1. Place the ginger, garlic, turmeric, chili powder, and coriander in a blender; blend into a smooth paste.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the fenugreek seeds in the oil until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes; stir in the paste; cook until the oil separates from the mixture, about 20 minutes. Mix in the yogurt, cilantro, chilies, and salt; cook until thick, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the chicken; cook for 10 minutes.