Dig into the taste of spice laden and succulent meat with this North Indian Kalmi Kabab recipe shared by Chef. J.P. Evangelist, Master Chef Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach.
Ingredients:
· Chicken drumstick- 500 gms
· Hung curd- 100 gms
· Ginger garlic paste- 50 gms
· Salt- to taste
· Cream- 30 gms
· Garam masala- 10 gms
· Red chilli powder- 5gms
· Black pepper powder- 5 gms
· Cashew- 20 gms
· Lime juice- 5 gms
Method:
· Thoroughly wash and clean the chicken leg pieces.
· In a mixer jar, grind the cashew nuts to a fine thick paste using little water. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
· In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, cream, ginger garlic paste, lemon juice and mix well.
· Add turmeric powder, cashew nut paste, cumin powder, garam masala, red chilli powder, black pepper powder and salt. Mix well to combine.
· Add the chicken pieces, coat well with the marinade and refrigerate to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes or overnight.
· Heat some oil in a non-stick pan. Place the marinated chicken on it and shallow-fry on high heat till the underside turns deep golden in colour.
· Flip and cook the other side on high heat till golden. Cover and cook on medium heat for 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, you can also cook/roast the chicken in an oven/tandoor.