Chicken Degi Korma is a delicious Mughlai curry dish originating from Lucknow, India's royal kitchens. It is known for its rich and aromatic gravy and tender, melt-in-your-mouth chicken pieces. The dish is traditionally prepared in a deg, a heavy-bottomed pot that adds a unique flavor and texture to the curry. If you're looking for an authentic and flavorful Indian dish, Chicken Degi Korma is worth trying!

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tablespoons red chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • according to preference Salt
  • 1 cup refined oil
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 2 cardamom, black
  • 4 Clove
  • 1 cinnamon stick, 1 inch
  • 10 ground black pepper
  • 3 cardamom, green
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 (Javitri) Mace
  • 1 Net cup
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seed
  • 3 medium onions (cut in slices and fried brown)

 

 Cooking Directions:

  • Make a powdered gram masala with bay leaves, black pepper, cinnamon stick, mace and nutmeg powder, cloves, cummin, black cardamom, and green cardamom.
  • In a wok, heat the oil and add the chicken, followed by the powder masala of bay leaves, black pepper, cinnamon, mace, nutmeg powder, cloves, cummin, black cardamom, green cardamom, coriander powder, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, salt, and yogurt.
  •  Fry for 5 minutes on high heat, then cover and cook for 5 minutes on medium heat.
  • Then add 3 to 5 minutes of brown crushed onion.
  • Now add water, cover, and cook until the chicken is tender and the oil separates....
  • Degi Qorma is now ready to serve.
  • Garnish with green coriander and thinly sliced ginger.
  • Enjoy with Roti, Sheermal, Naan, Rice, and Pulao.

 

Degi Korma is a culinary masterpiece that showcases the ingenuity of royal chefs who transform ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dish that takes you back in time with every bite.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, you can marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
  • If you don't have a dog, you can use a regular heavy-bottomed pot.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro or fresh cream for extra flavor.
  • Enjoy your authentic Chicken Degi Korma!