2 to 3 pounds of chicken legs spicy dish! 🌸🍋🌸🍋🌸🍋🌸🍋
One Kilo plus chicken legs ready within an hour. Spicy chicken gravy.
Ingredients and instructions are here;
8 plus chicken legs (around 2 to 3 pounds)
1 large onion (Pyaaz) peel, chopped
1 to 2 fresh tomatoes cut into two pieces
1 teaspoon of tomato paste
5 to 6 cloves of fresh garlic (Lehson)
2 inches thick fresh ginger (Adrak)
Handful of fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon of salt or as needed (Namak)
1 teaspoon of cumin seeds (Safaid Zeera)
1 stick of daal Chini (Cinnamon)
1/2 teaspoon of Kolongy (black seeds)
1 teaspoon of all seasoning powder
1/2 teaspoon of Haldi (turmeric powder)
1/2 teaspoon of cayenne powder (Mirch)
1 cup of water or as needed to make a tender
3 to 4 tablespoons of oil/ghee
Add oil to the pan/pot and chopped onion, cumin seeds, cinnamon stick and fry until golden brown, add other ingredients and fry until mixture is smooth add chicken and stir a few minutes before adding water to the pan. Cook until tender and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Eat with naan’s, roti, rice or just with salad. Fermented pickles are always optional. #chicken legs #spicyfood #mbakht #thebakht #cityfood
If you're looking to prepare a hearty and tasty meal with 2 to 3 pounds of chicken legs, this spicy chicken gravy recipe is both satisfying and straightforward to make. The combination of fresh ingredients like onion, tomatoes, garlic (Lehson), and ginger (Adrak) together with spices such as cumin seeds (Safaid Zeera), cinnamon stick (daal Chini), black seeds (Kolongy), turmeric (Haldi), and cayenne powder (Mirch) creates a rich and aromatic flavor profile. To achieve the best results, start by frying cumin seeds and cinnamon in oil or ghee until fragrant, then add the onions until golden brown before mixing in the remaining ingredients. This method unlocks the depth of flavors for an authentic spicy chicken dish. The use of tomato paste enhances the gravy's thickness and tang, while fresh cilantro provides a bright, herbal finish as a garnish. This dish is highly versatile. It pairs wonderfully with Indian staples such as naan and roti, or can be served over plain rice for a comforting meal. For those who enjoy extra flavor contrasts, fermented pickles add a delightful tanginess that complements the spicy gravy well. Keep in mind, adjusting the cayenne powder lets you control the heat level to suit your taste, making this dish adaptable for both spice lovers and those preferring mild flavors. Cooking the chicken until tender ensures that it is juicy and falls off the bone, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This recipe also offers nutritional benefits since chicken legs are a great source of protein and the spices used have multiple health properties—turmeric has anti-inflammatory benefits, ginger aids digestion, and garlic supports the immune system. Overall, this recipe is a fantastic way to create a full-flavored spicy chicken meal quickly, using accessible ingredients while bringing the warmth and vibrancy of South Asian cooking right to your kitchen.
