Pepper Chicken Semi-Gravy recipe

 

Ingredients:

• For Cooking:
  • 500g chicken (bone-in or boneless, cut into medium pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon jeera (cumin seeds)
  • 2 green cardamoms
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 small piece cinnamon stick
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 onions, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • 1½ teaspoons jeera powder (cumin powder)
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper powder (as needed, for garnish)
  • Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat the Pan:
   Heat a pan with 2 tablespoons of oil. Add jeera (cumin seeds), cardamom, star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaf. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.

2. Sauté the Onions:
   Add the 3 finely chopped onions to the pan and fry them until translucent and slightly golden.

3. Ginger-Garlic Paste:
   Add 2 teaspoons of ginger-garlic paste and mix well. Cover the pan and let it cook for 1 minute until the raw smell disappears.

4. Add Tomatoes:
   Add the finely chopped tomato and sauté until it softens and blends well with the onions.

5. Add Chicken & Spices:
   Add the chicken pieces, salt, a pinch of turmeric, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1½ teaspoons jeera powder, and ½ teaspoon garam masala. Mix everything well so that the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.

6. Add Water:
   Pour in enough water to just cover the chicken. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pan and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the gravy reduces to a semi-thick consistency.

7. Finish with Pepper:
   Once the chicken is cooked and the water has reduced to a semi-gravy consistency, switch off the stove. Sprinkle freshly ground pepper powder generously on top.

8. Garnish:
   Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions:

This pepper chicken semi-gravy pairs well with rasam rice, roti, or parathas.

Enjoy your flavorful Pepper Chicken Semi-Gravy!