Easy Homemade Chicken Karahi: Quick & Delicious Pakistani Dish

Name: Easy Homemade Chicken Karahi: Quick & Delicious Pakistani Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Pakistani
Ingredients: 500 grams Chicken (Cut into small pieces); 1/4 cup Cooking Oil (Any neutral oil); 1 medium Onion (Finely chopped); 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste (Freshly made); 2 medium Tomatoes (Chopped); 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder (Adjust to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder; 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder; 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder; 1 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste); 2-3 whole Green Chilies (Slit lengthwise, for garnish); 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander (Chopped, for garnish)

Learn how to make a flavorful and authentic Homemade Chicken Karahi with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this Pakistani classic combines tender chicken with a rich tomato-based gravy and aromatic spices. Get ready for a delicious meal that tastes just like homemade!

#Chicken

#Karahi

#Homemade

#Pakistani Food

#Easy Recipe

#Dinner

#Spicy

Chicken Karahi in the pan, ready to serve

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Pakistani

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

35g

Protein

20g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Close-up of the rich and spicy Karahi gravy

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Garnished Chicken Karahi with fresh herbs

Instructions

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Heat oil in a large pot or karahi over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent and light golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
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Heat oil in a large pot or karahi over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent and light golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
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Do not burn the onions, as this will make the curry bitter. Cook them slowly for a sweet base.
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Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken changes color and is lightly browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
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Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken changes color and is lightly browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
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Browning the chicken adds depth of flavor and helps seal in the juices.

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Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add the chopped tomatoes along with red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
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Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add the chopped tomatoes along with red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
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Cook the spices thoroughly with the tomatoes to release their full aroma and avoid a raw taste.
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Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the tomatoes have softened and blended into a thick gravy. Stir occasionally.
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Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the tomatoes have softened and blended into a thick gravy. Stir occasionally.
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If the gravy becomes too dry, add a splash of water to prevent sticking.
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Once the chicken is fully cooked and the gravy has reached your desired consistency, garnish with slit green chilies and fresh chopped coriander.
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Once the chicken is fully cooked and the gravy has reached your desired consistency, garnish with slit green chilies and fresh chopped coriander.
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The fresh herbs and chilies add a vibrant finish and an extra kick of flavor.

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Serve hot with naan, roti, or plain rice. Enjoy your homemade Chicken Karahi!
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Serve hot with naan, roti, or plain rice. Enjoy your homemade Chicken Karahi!
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For an extra rich flavor, a dollop of butter or ghee can be added just before serving.