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Chicken tikka masala is a flavorful dish with tender pieces of marinated and grilled chicken in a creamy tomato-based sauce. The taste is a delightful blend of spices, including cumin, coriander, and garam masala, creating a rich and slightly tangy flavor.
Butter Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of butter and sauté the chopped onion until golden brown.
- Add the tomato puree and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil separates.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Add fenugreek leaves if using.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
Enjoy your homemade butter chicken.
Mock Chicken Tikka Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 block of firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 cup plain yogurt (vegan yogurt for a vegan version)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together yogurt, olive oil, tomato paste, grated ginger, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, salt, and pepper.
- Add cubed tofu to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Marinate for at least 1-2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator for more flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Thread marinated tofu cubes onto skewers or simply place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are slightly charred.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite chutney or sauce.
Enjoy your mock chicken tikka.
chicken tikka masala vs butter chicken
Chicken Tikka Masala and Butter Chicken are both popular Indian dishes, but they have some differences.
Chicken Tikka Masala is known for its rich and tomato-based curry, while Butter Chicken has a creamier, buttery tomato sauce.
The key distinctions lies in the preparation of the chicken: Chicken Tikka Masala involves marinating and grilling the chicken before adding it to the curry, whereas Butter Chicken typically uses pre-cooked, marinated chicken. Both are flavorful and delicious, with varying spice levels.
Calories in Butter Chicken and mock chicken tikka
A classic plate of butter chicken (breast piece) plus creamy curry and tomato comprises approximately 400-430 calories.
Cooked in the right way and eaten in the right amount, this is a superfood to add to your diet. A brisk walk for roughly 50 minutes is a sufficient workout to burn these many calories.
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