Introduction
This chicken chops recipe was a hit at a recent potluck gathering with friends. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, making it perfect for a mixed crowd. While I didn't take photos during the event, I'll be sure to update them the next time I prepare these chops. The unique blend of spices in this recipe also pairs wonderfully with Hirakai, a vegetarian alternative to chicken. So, let's dive into this simple three-step process to create a flavorful dish that's sure to impress.
Ingredients:
- Ccooking oil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 inch of cinnamon
- 2 cloves
- 2 green cardamom pods
- Fresh garlic
- Fresh ginger
- Fresh coconut
- Roasted Chana dal (Puffed Gram)
- Green chilies
- Black peppers
- 1 Tomato
- Corrainder Powder
- Chicken (For vegetarians, replace with Hirakai)
- Chopped onion
- Turmeric
- Coriander leaves,
- Mint leaves, and
- Optionally garam masala, fresh methi leaves , spinach ( increase iron content)
Step 1: Preparing the Gravy
- In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
- Add the bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, and green cardamom.
- Add
- fresh garlic,
- ginger,
- fresh coconut,
- roasted Chana dal,
- green chilies, and
- black peppers.
- Tomato
- Sauté until they become translucent.
- Turn off the stove and add coriander leaves, mint leaves, and optional methi leaves and spinach for extra iron.
- Once cooled, blend the mixture into a smooth paste.
Step 2: Cooking the Chicken (or Hirakai for Vegetarians)
- In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
- Add a chopped onion , Once good add chicken or Hirakai.
- Season with salt, turmeric, and coriander powder.
- Cook until the chicken releases water.
Step 3: Mixing the Gravy with Cooked Chicken (or Hirakai)
- Combine the prepared gravy from Step 1 with the cooked chicken or Hirakai.
- Cook over low heat for 15 to 25 minutes.
- Add water as needed
- Adjust the salt to taste.
- Optionally, add Garam Masala for extra flavor (if desired).
- Once cooked, garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Serve your delicious chicken chops with ragi ball for a satisfying meal. Enjoy!
