Ready in

60 mins

Cuisine

Indian · Bengali

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

40 min

Serving

4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Spicy
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Ginger and Garlic

    Crush the garlic cloves. Cut the ginger into small pieces and then crush it.

  2. Prepare Onions and Green Chillies

    Slice 2 medium-sized onions thinly. Cut the remaining 1 medium-sized onion into big pieces. Cut the green chillies into big pieces.

  3. Combine Chicken and Spices

    Take a pan and add the 600 gm chicken pieces. Add the crushed ginger and garlic. Add the sliced onions, green chillies, green cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. Sprinkle 1 tsp turmeric powder and salt to taste. Pour in 5-6 tablespoons of mustard oil. Crush 1 tsp cumin seeds by hand and add them. Finally, add the 4 dried red chillies and the big onion pieces.

  4. Mix Ingredients

    Mix all the ingredients by hand very well, ensuring the chicken pieces are thoroughly coated with the spices and oil.

  5. Cook the Chicken

    Place the pan on the stove over low flame. Stir the mixture well. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for on low flame. The chicken will release a lot of water during this time. After , stir again.

  6. Reduce and Finish Cooking

    Continue cooking on low flame, stirring occasionally, until all the water has and the oil starts to separate from the chicken and gravy. This indicates the chicken is well cooked and the spices are fragrant. Once cooked, turn off the flame.

  7. Serve

    The Hate Makha Chicken is now ready. Serve hot with rice.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • For a richer gravy

    A small amount of tomato paste or chopped tomatoes can be added.

  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves

    Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving for added freshness.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Flavour tipEnsure All Ingredients Are Mixed

    Ensure all ingredients are mixed thoroughly by hand for best flavor absorption.

  • Flavour tipAdjust Green Chillies and Dried

    Adjust green chillies and dried red chillies according to your spice preference.

  • Cooking tipSlow Cooking on Low Flame

    Slow cooking on low flame allows the chicken to cook in its own juices and absorb flavors deeply.

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