Recipe : Shahi Chicken Methi (Fenugreek) in Cashew

Shahi Chicken Methi (Fenugreek) in Cashew

(Creamy aromatic chicken cooked in Hyderabadi style with fresh methi herb)

Fenugreek (Methi)

Fenugreek is a flavorful herb to enhance your culinary creativity. It is a rich source of fiber, protein and iron. It can be a great addition to your daily diet as it helps gastrointestinal issues, and helps cholesterol, lowers blood sugar, increase male libido and helps respiratory problems.

Ingredients:

2 lbs.          Organic Chicken, boneless one inch cubed

2                 Red Onion, medium thinly sliced

1 cup.         Fresh Cream

2 tbsp.        Whole Milk Yogurt

1 tbsp.        Ginger-Garlic paste

1 cup.         Fresh Organic Fenugreek (Methi)

1/2 cup       Cashew, unsalted soaked in water

1 tsp.          Garam Masala

1 tsp.          Red Chili powder, adjust to taste

1 tsp.          Turmeric powder

4-6.             Green Chilies, adjust to taste

1/2              Lime, juiced

1/2 cup.      Cilantro, finely chopped + more for garnish

4 tbsp.        Cooking Oil

                   Salt to taste

Instructions:

Marinade

• Marinade chicken with ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder
• Allow marinade to rest for 30 minutes or more

Puree Cashew in Fresh Cream

• Using a blender make a smooth puree of cashew, fresh cream, yogurt, green chili, and cilantro

Slow Cook Chicken

• On medium heat add oil to a non-stick pan and saute onion to translucent
• Add chicken and Fenugreek and saute for four minutes
• Add one cup of water, lime juice and slow cook until chicken is tender, lid covered
• Finally, add cashew and cream puree and cook on medium low for 4 minutes
• Do not over cook after adding cream

Garnish

• Garnish with finely chopped cilantro