Indian Chicken Korma (Creamy Cashew Curry)

Name: Indian Chicken Korma (Creamy Cashew Curry)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 100 g raw cashews; 1 pc red onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, grated; 2.5 cm ginger, grated; 2 tbsp ghee or vegetable oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1.5 tsp ground coriander; 0.5 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tsp garam masala; 4 pcs green cardamom pods; 1 pc cinnamon stick; 3 pcs cloves; 200 ml plain yogurt; 100 ml heavy cream; 180 ml water or chicken broth; null to taste salt; 0.5 tsp sugar (optional); null for garnish fresh cilantro, chopped

Difficulty

medium

Time

1h 5m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Indian Chicken Korma is a rich and creamy curry, based on yogurt, cream, and cashew paste. With its mild, aromatic spices and silky texture, this dish is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the refined flavors of Indian cuisine. It's ideal for a special dinner or a comforting weekend lunch, guaranteed to enchant your taste buds. Prepare this authentic recipe and bring the flavors of India into your kitchen!

Steps

Preparation

Soak the cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes, then drain. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Heat the ghee or oil in a pan over medium heat.

Base Creation

Add the chopped red onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the grated garlic and ginger, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and cloves, then fry for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Seasoning and Cooking

Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, and fry for 30 seconds. Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Pour in the yogurt, heavy cream, and drained cashews, then the water or broth. Season with salt to taste, and add a pinch of sugar if desired.

Simmer and Serve

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally. Before serving, remove the cinnamon stick and cardamom pods. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice or naan bread.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 300g
Calories	250 kcal	750 kcal
Protein	18g	54g
Fat	17g	51g
Carbohydrate	7g	21g
Fiber	1g	3g
Sugar	3g	9g

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Indian Chicken Korma (Creamy Cashew Curry)

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Preparation

Base Creation

Seasoning and Cooking

Simmer and Serve

Extra Tips

► For an even creamier texture, blend the soaked cashews with a little water or yogurt before adding them to the curry.

► If you like spicier flavors, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or fresh green chili along with the onions.

► Serve with basmati rice and fresh naan bread for a complete Indian experience.

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