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Chicken Roti From India

By: MARBALET 
"Chicken in a homemade ground masala. This one's spicy, so be careful, and make it hot to your taste. Wrap this up in pita bread to make a sandwich that's also a main dish meal."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (4)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 7 to 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 5 dried red chile peppers, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon anise seeds
  • 3 green chile peppers, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons tamarind pulp, seeded
  • 1 slice fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 1/2 pounds shredded chicken meat
  • 1/2 cup fresh shredded coconut

Directions

  1. To Make Ground Masala: In a small skillet saute the red chili peppers, coriander, chili powder, poppy seed, cumin, garlic, cardamom and anise. Let cool and transfer to a small bowl, then grind together with the green chile peppers, tamarind, ginger and cilantro to make a smooth paste. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and saute onions until brown. Add ground masala paste and saute for about 7 to 10 minutes.
  3. Add chicken pieces, reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Bring all to a boil, boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat. Garnish with shredded coconut and serve.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 398 | Total Fat: 17.2g | Cholesterol: 159mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2003 by TIERNEY   view full review
It is a little work to make the masala but it is worth it. I added orange juice to it and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2003 by AGREGORY   view full review
This recipe went over well with my family, it was nice to have a sandwich with a little zip to it.
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 17, 2005 by AIMEEWOZ   view full review
This recipe was very time-intensive and expensive, considering the exotic spices and mortar &...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2011 by RoseRover   view full review
@ AIMEEWOZ - I've substituted an equal amount of tomato paste for tamarind pulp with success....

 

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