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    10th October 2017 Dinner

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    Methi (Fenugreek) Boneless Chicken

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    Methi (Fenugreek) Boneless Chicken is delicious and simple to make. Wonderfully aromatic, earthy and rich, this chicken comes with a creamy, tangy sauce. 

    Methi (Fenugreek) Boneless Chicken in gold bowl on a yellow patterned scarf

    Fresh fenugreek leaves add so much to the depth of flavour to a curry.The fresh green leaves are slightly bitter. Dried fenugreek is milder and the seeds are very pungent and flavourful. 

    My (non asian/indian) friends tell me that they find indian cooking daunting. They are intimidated by the long ingredients lists. I actually think it is one of the easiest cuisines to prepare. It is all time and technique. 

    Obviously an indian meal isn't complete without the:

    Rice or Roti

    Popadums

    Chutneys

    Pickles

    Raita

    Ok maybe all of them are not a requirement but they are nice add ons. 

    I obviously adore Indian food yet I rarely eat it. Having eaten it every single day whilst I was a child, I guess I just wanted a break as an adult and l love variety. I love food from all over the world so I like to mix it up during the week. When I do make it though, I love how the house fills up with the smell of indian spices. I also love that the family follow their noses to the kitchen and hang around until I have served up. Indian food is also great for gatherings and big crowds. It goes a long way!

    Luckily for me, I can make indian food anytime because I always have the spices available. I think this curry is pretty universal and most people will have the ingredients to hand. The fenugreek though will require a trip to an indian supermarket. However if you can't find fresh fenugreek leaves, most supermarkets stock Kasuri Methi which will also work except you will need a lot less of it. 1-2 tablespoons will be sufficient.

    Oh one more tip. I use chicken breast because it is healthier. However I understand that people prefer dark meat and thigh is always juicier. To combat this issue and to tenderise the chicken breast, simply add it to a bowl with a sprinkling of bicarbonate of soda and set aside for 10 minutes. This always works for me but admittedly most of the time, I simply forget or don't have the time to do it. I just adjust my cooking technique and slow cook so it remains moist. 

    Chicken curry in bowl with roti to side

    For sides, try:

    Kachumber Salad

    Onion Raita

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    Methi (Fenugreek) Boneless Chicken

    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 35 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Servings 4 -6

    Ingredients

    • 1 tbsp Ghee or Oil
    • 2 Cardamom Pods
    • 3 Bay Leaves
    • 2 Onions diced
    • 3 tsp Garlic Paste or 4 cloves Garlic crushed
    • 5 cm piece Ginger grated
    • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
    • 2 tsp Coriander powder
    • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
    • 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Flakes or 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
    • 2 Green Chillies pierced
    • 700 g Chicken Breast cubed
    • 100 g Chopped Tomatoes pureed
    • 200 ml Greek Yogurt beaten
    • Handful Fresh Fenugreek Leaves or 2 tbsp dried Fenugreek Leaves Kasuri Methi
    • 1 tbsp Garam Masala powder
    • 1 tbsp Coriander leaves chopped
    • Salt
    • Pepper

    Instructions

    1. Heat oil or ghee in a medium sized pot over medium/high heat.
    2. Add Bay Leaves and Cardamom pods. Sauté for a minute.
    3. Add Onions and cook until golden brown.
    4. Stir in Garlic and Ginger and saute for a minute or 2.
    5. Add the turmeric powder, coriander, cumin, red chilli powder or flakes and green chillies. Sauté for a minute.
    6. Add chicken pieces and tomato and cook for 10 minutes over a medium/low heat.
    7. Stir in the beaten yogurt and cook on a high heat for 7-8 minutes.
    8. Add fenugreek, garam masala powder, chopped fresh coriander, salt and pepper and half a cup of water.
    9. Cover the pan and cook on a low heat for 15 minutes.

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