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Link to Hans’ Lighter, Healthier Comfort Food
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This dish of course got got its world wide fame from the omnipresent version sold in Indian restaurants all over the planet, and since India existed long before Pakistan, it is safe to say that Butter Chicken was born in India, not Pakistan.
However, the version I am featuring here is the version which my sous chef Said taught me while I was working and living in Karachi, Pakistan.
If you wonder – Pakistan was one of the most beautiful, interesting and fascinating places Maria and I have lived. We only met very nice, gracious, openhearted, kind people who wanted to have nothing to do with the stuff that has turned the world off to this wonderful place.
Sadly, as in many other areas around the world, ignorant, devilish minorities spoil the country and make it a hell for hardworking, straight, honest people who want to live their life in peace and harmony.
But – this is of course another subject for another time and place to discuss……
Ok now, back to happier, tastier thoughts:
The food in Pakistan’s larger cities is marvelous, varied and highly seasoned, mostly Indian in origin but with a great influx of Persian-, Chinese- and Afghan-cuisine among others. While I was living in Karachi, I was lucky to be able to learn a lot of home-style recipes from my cooks and sous chefs, (besides the commercial food we served in the hotel), who took special pride in showing me the great food their families had cooked for generations. The meals Maria and I had in Pakistan were truly among the best we were lucky to enjoy anywhere in the world 🙂
So many happy memories of gracious people, amazing food and wonderful friendships……….
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Bon Appetit ! Life is Good !
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Click here for more info about Pakistani Food
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Link to Garam Masala
Link to Naan
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Preparation :
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- saute chillis and cinnamon sticks in ghee
- add finely diced onions, garlic paste, grated ginger, garam masala, turmeric, saute until fragrant, add finely chopped tomatoes,
- add tomato paste, saute another ninute, add coconut milk, simmer until thickened
- meanwhile, season chicken with kosher salt, turmeric, cayenne pepper and yoghurt, cook in very hot cast iron pan without fat
- cut into bite size pieces
- return chicken to simmering sauce, remove from heat, cover and let steep in sauce for 30 minutes
- meanwhile, cook white rice
- meanwhile, cook naan, brush with ghee, sprinkle with kosher salt
- to serve, add a dollop of yogurt and lots of cilantro
- Pakistani Butter Chicken
- Pakistani Butter Chicken
- Pakistani Butter Chicken
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