Rich Indian Chicken Korma

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 large onion finely sliced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tbsp ginger minced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup cashew nuts ground into a paste
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 cup water
• to taste salt
• to garnish fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

1. 1 In a large bowl, mix the chicken pieces with yogurt, turmeric, and salt. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. 2 Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. 3 Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4 Stir in the coriander powder, garam masala, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute to release their aroma.
5. 5 Add the marinated chicken to the pan. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.
6. 6 Mix in the cashew nut paste and water. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is tender.
7. 7 Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
8. 8 Adjust seasoning with salt to taste. Remove from heat.
9. 9 Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.