Simple and easy to make, this Dhaba Style Chicken Curry is the most flavorful curry you can make. Bring back the memories of theroad trip eateries right on your dining table with this easy recipe.
Add chicken, ginger garlic paste, lime juice, salt, red chili powder, and garam masala powder to a large mixing bowl.
Mix everything well using a large spoon or your hands.
Keep it aside while we make the curry.
Make The Curry
Lightly crush cloves, black peppercorns, and cinnamon stick in a mortar and pestle and set aside.
Heat mustard oil in a large pan on high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the crushed spices and dry red chilies and let them crackle for 2-3 seconds.
Add red onions and cook on medium-high heat until they turn slightly brown (5-6 minutes), stirring frequently.
Add ginger and garlic and cook until onions are nicely browned (5-6 minutes).
Now, add the marinated chicken to the pan along with the marinade and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add yogurt and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Now add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, and salt, and mix well.
Reduce the heat to low.
Add ½ cup of water and mix well.
Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low heat until the chicken is tender (35-40 minutes). Stir a few times while cooking.
Add garam masala powder and Kasuri methi and cook for another minute.
Add some water if the curry is too thick, and bring it to a boil.
Check for salt and add more if needed. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
You can also give this curry a second tempering of cumin seeds, dry red chilies, and garlic. Do it once you are ready to serve the curry.It's best to make this curry a few hours in advance for all the flavors to come along.