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Quick Chicken Karahi Masala: Easy Indian Curry Recipe

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Quick Chicken Karahi Masala: Easy Indian Curry Recipe

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Quick Chicken Karahi Masala: Easy Indian Curry Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken Karahi Masala: Easy Indian Curry Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Pakistani / Indian
Ingredients: 1 kg Chicken (cut into small pieces); 1/2 cup Cooking Oil (or as needed); 2 medium Onions (finely chopped); 2 tablespoons Ginger-Garlic Paste; 4 medium Tomatoes (diced or pureed); 3 tablespoons Karahi Masala Spice Mix (or to taste); 1/2 cup Yogurt (plain, full-fat); 2-3 pieces Green Chilies (slit, for garnish); 2 inches Fresh Ginger (julienned, for garnish); 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Master the art of making delicious Chicken Karahi Masala with this quick and easy recipe! This traditional Pakistani and North Indian curry features tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich, spicy tomato-based gravy with aromatic spices. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Follow along for simple steps to create an authentic Karahi taste at home.

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#Curry

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#Indian Food

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#Quick Recipe

The perfect Chicken Karahi Masala ready to serve

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

35m

Cook Time

50m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Pakistani / Indian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

45g

Protein

15g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Rich and vibrant Karahi Masala in the making

Ingredients

Servings: 4

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

Chicken simmering in spicy tomato gravy

Instructions

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Heat oil in a karahi or large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
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Heat oil in a karahi or large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
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Ensure onions are golden for a rich flavor base.
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Add chicken pieces to the karahi and cook, stirring occasionally, until they change color and are lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
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Add chicken pieces to the karahi and cook, stirring occasionally, until they change color and are lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
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Browning the chicken adds depth of flavor.

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Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the diced tomatoes and Karahi Masala spice mix. Mix well.
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Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the diced tomatoes and Karahi Masala spice mix. Mix well.
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Cook tomatoes until they soften and release oil, about 5-7 minutes.
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Reduce heat to low, cover the karahi, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
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Reduce heat to low, cover the karahi, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
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Add a splash of water if the curry starts to stick.
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Stir in the yogurt and mix until fully incorporated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly.
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Stir in the yogurt and mix until fully incorporated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly.
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Ensure yogurt is at room temperature to prevent curdling.

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Garnish with fresh green chilies, julienned ginger, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.
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Garnish with fresh green chilies, julienned ginger, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.
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A squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving adds a zesty finish.

💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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Quick Chicken Karahi Masala: Easy Indian Curry Recipe

Quick Chicken Karahi Masala: Easy Indian Curry Recipe

Recipe Information

Ingredients

Chicken(cut into small pieces)

Cooking Oil(or as needed)

Onions(finely chopped)

Ginger-Garlic Paste

Tomatoes(diced or pureed)

Karahi Masala Spice Mix(or to taste)

Yogurt(plain, full-fat)

Green Chilies(slit, for garnish)

Fresh Ginger(julienned, for garnish)

Fresh Cilantro(chopped, for garnish)

Servings: 4

Instructions

Heat oil in a karahi or large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.Preview3mPreviewHeat oil in a karahi or large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.3m

Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the diced tomatoes and Karahi Masala spice mix. Mix well.Preview4mPreviewStir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the diced tomatoes and Karahi Masala spice mix. Mix well.4m

Stir in the yogurt and mix until fully incorporated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly.Preview3mPreviewStir in the yogurt and mix until fully incorporated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly.3m

Garnish with fresh green chilies, julienned ginger, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.Preview2mPreviewGarnish with fresh green chilies, julienned ginger, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.2m

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Chicken
(cut into small pieces)

Cooking Oil
(or as needed)

Onions
(finely chopped)

Tomatoes
(diced or pureed)

Karahi Masala Spice Mix
(or to taste)

Yogurt
(plain, full-fat)

Green Chilies
(slit, for garnish)

Fresh Ginger
(julienned, for garnish)

Fresh Cilantro
(chopped, for garnish)

Heat oil in a karahi or large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Preview
3m
Preview
Heat oil in a karahi or large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
3m

Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the diced tomatoes and Karahi Masala spice mix. Mix well.
Preview
4m
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Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the diced tomatoes and Karahi Masala spice mix. Mix well.
4m

Stir in the yogurt and mix until fully incorporated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly.
Preview
3m
Preview
Stir in the yogurt and mix until fully incorporated. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly.
3m

Garnish with fresh green chilies, julienned ginger, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.
Preview
2m
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Garnish with fresh green chilies, julienned ginger, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.
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