Bihari Chicken - Indian Style
Summary
- This recipe guides you through making a rich and flavorful Bihari Chicken curry. Chicken pieces are marinated in lemon and spices, then fried and simmered in a deep tomato-based gravy with whole garlic, yogurt, and milk, creating a truly delicious and aromatic dish.
All Ingredients - For Marinade
- Chicken 1 kg (2.2 lbs)
- Lemon juice 1 lemon
- Salt 1 tsp
- Turmeric 1 tsp
- Kashmiri Chilli Powder 2 tsp
All Ingredients - For Gravy
- Mustard Oil 3/4 cup
- Onion 1 cup, chopped
- Ginger Garlic Paste 1 tbsp
- Tomato Paste 1 1/4 cup
- Kashmiri Chilli Powder 2 tsp
- Coriander Powder 2 tsp
- Cumin Powder 1 tsp
- Turmeric 1 tsp
- Water 1 cup
- Whole Garlic 2 heads
- Plain Yogurt/Curd 1/2 cup
- Milk 1 cup
- Ghee 1 tbsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
- Mixing bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Lemon juice?
- Lime juice (1:1)
- 1/2 the amount white vinegar — In dressings, savory dishes.
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Yogurt?
- Sour cream (1:1)
- Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
No Milk?
- Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Marinate Chicken
Place 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken (skin off, bone in, cut into pieces) in a mixing bowl. Add juice of 1 lemon, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp turmeric, and 2 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder. Mix well with a gloved hand until chicken is fully coated.
Step 2: Fry Chicken
Heat 3/4 cup mustard oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry for about on each side until browned. Remove fried chicken from the pan and set aside. the oil in the pan by three-quarters, leaving some flavorful bits.
Step 3: Prepare Gravy Base
Add 1 cup finely chopped onions to the remaining oil in the pan. Cook on slightly above medium heat for about until softened and lightly browned. Add 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste and 1 tsp salt. Cook for another , stirring often, ensuring garlic and ginger don't burn. Add 1 1/4 cup tomato paste. Add 2 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder, 2 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp turmeric, and 1 tsp cumin powder. Cook for about , stirring frequently, until the spices are well combined with the tomato paste.
Step 4: Simmer Gravy
Add 1 cup cold water to the pan. Add 2 whole garlic heads (peeled outer skin). Cook for another , keeping the heat vibrant and mixing. Add 1/2 cup plain yogurt/curd. Mix for , stirring constantly. Add 1 cup milk. Continue mixing for another .
Step 5: Combine Chicken and Gravy
Add the fried chicken pieces and any accumulated juices back into the gravy. Lower the heat to just above a . Cook for about , stirring occasionally, until chicken is fully cooked and flavors meld. Turn off the heat. Check salt level and adjust if necessary. Add 1 tbsp ghee to the mix and stir.
Step 6: Serve
Serve the Bihari Chicken hot.
Pro Tips
• Use mustard oil for an authentic flavor, but other oils can be substituted.
• Whisk yogurt until smooth before adding to prevent lumps.
• Stir frequently when cooking ginger, garlic, and spices to prevent burning.
• For a tighter seal during simmering, you can use a pastry dough made from flour and water around the lid.
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