Creamy Indian Saffron Chicken Korma with Almond Gravy

Name: Creamy Indian Saffron Chicken Korma with Almond Gravy
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste; ½ tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp red chili powder; 1 tsp ground coriander; Salt to taste; 15-20 almonds, blanched and peeled; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 green cardamoms; 4 cloves; 1-inch piece cinnamon stick; ½ cup fresh cream; 10-12 saffron strands; 2 tbsp warm milk; 3 tbsp ghee or cooking oil; 1 tsp cumin seeds

An Exotic and Luxurious Flavored Chicken Dish

Savor the rich and creamy flavors of tender chicken cooked in a saffron-infused almond gravy, reminiscent of authentic Indian festive cuisines.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinade

500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

1 cup plain yogurt

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

½ tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp red chili powder

1 tsp ground coriander

Salt to taste

For the Almond Gravy

15-20 almonds, blanched and peeled

1 large onion, finely chopped

3 green cardamoms

4 cloves

1-inch piece cinnamon stick

½ cup fresh cream

For the Saffron Infusion

10-12 saffron strands

2 tbsp warm milk

For Cooking

3 tbsp ghee or cooking oil

1 tsp cumin seeds

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Combine Marinade

Combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander, and salt in a large bowl.

Coat Chicken

Add chicken chunks to the marinade, ensuring they're fully coated.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Preparing the Almond Gravy

Soak and Grind Almonds

Soak the blanched almonds in water for 10 minutes, then grind to a fine paste.

Sauté Spices

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, add cumin seeds, cardamoms, cloves, and cinnamon; sauté until fragrant.

Cook Onions

Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.

Ensure the onion is golden brown, not burnt, for caramelized sweetness. Pro Tip: Add a spoonful of sugar while browning onions to enhance color and sweetness.

Cooking Process

Infusing Saffron

Soak saffron strands in warm milk and set aside.

Finalizing Gravy

Add almond paste to the golden onions; cook for 5 minutes until oil surfaces.

Simmering Chicken

Stir in marinated chicken, cook thoroughly, and then pour in fresh cream.

Plating & Serving