Pepper & chicken jalfrezi traybake 🍗
Ingredients
4 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in
olive oil
8 cloves of garlic
2 fresh green chillies
3 red peppers
8 fresh bay leaves
1 heaped tablespoon jalfrezi curry paste
2 tablespoons onion marmalade
red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons natural yoghurt..
instructions..
Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas 4.
Put a 25cm x 35cm sturdy roasting tray on a medium heat on the hob. Season the chicken thighs with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper, then place in the tray skin side down with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Peel the garlic cloves, halve and deseed the chillies, then scatter into the tray. Tear the peppers into quarters, removing the seeds, and add to the tray.
Turn the chicken once golden, then add the bay leaves, jalfrezi paste and onion marmalade, moving it all around with tongs to coat. Let it sizzle over the heat for 5 minutes, then add 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar and transfer to the oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is falling off the bone.
Mash the soft garlic cloves into the juices, then ripple through the yoghurt and serve.
Jalfrezi is a popular dish that originates from South Asian cuisine, known for its spicy notes and vibrant colors. The main ingredients typically include marinated meat, a variety of vegetables, and spices that create a tantalizing flavor profile. This recipe emphasizes simplicity with a traybake method, making it perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. To enhance your Jalfrezi, consider using fresh herbs like coriander and garnishing with sliced chillies for an extra kick. Pair this dish with naan bread or fluffy rice to complement the rich flavors. Moreover, serving this traybake with a side of cooling yogurt can balance the spices beautifully. Enjoy exploring this culinary delight and feel free to customize the heat level according to your taste preferences!