Pakistani Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe – Pakistani Special
This spicy curry recipe is from Pakistan and holds a special place in my heart, as my Mama used to make it. It’s a dish I really enjoy and highly recommend trying. For the best experience, serve this curry with basmati rice, chapattis, or naan bread.
- Prep Time20 min
- Cook Time55 min
- Total Time1 hr 15 min
Chicken Jalfrezi Ingredients :
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut in half
- 3 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- 3 teaspoons ground cumin
- 3 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
- ½ cup chopped cilantro leaves
How to Make Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe:
Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and garlic for approximately 2 minutes. Add chicken, season with turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Cook gently, stirring frequently and scraping the bottom of the pan.
Pour in the tomatoes with their juices, cover the pan, and simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes. Uncover and continue simmering for another 10 minutes to reduce excess liquid.
Stir in ghee, cumin, ground coriander, ginger, and cilantro. Simmer for an additional 5 to 7 minutes. Serve the chicken pieces with the sauce spooned over the top.