Saffron Chicken and Potato Delight
Indulge in a rich and aromatic Saffron Chicken and Potato Delight, a dish that promises to transport your taste buds to a world of exquisite flavors. Inspired by a cherished recipe from a friend, this delightful curry is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, silky cream, and earthy nuts. The infusion of fragrant saffron elevates the dish, making it perfect for special occasions or a comforting family dinner. Serve it alongside fluffy basmati rice and a fresh vegetable curry for a truly memorable meal.
4
Servings
443
Calories
23
Ingredients
Ingredients
skinless chicken pieces
3 lbs (cut into pieces)
salt
1 teaspoon (to taste)
fresh ginger
1 inch cube (chopped)
garlic cloves
6 (chopped)
cumin seeds
2 teaspoons (whole)
dried red chilies
4 (whole)
black cardamom pods
2 (seeds only)
cloves
6 (whole)
cinnamon sticks
2 (broken up)
black peppercorns
6 (whole)
white poppy seeds
1 tablespoon (whole)
cashew nuts
12 (whole)
cold water
4 tablespoons (for paste)
butter
2 ounces (unsalted)
coriander leaves
1 ounce (chopped)
fresh green chilies
2 (halved and seeded)
turmeric
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
warm water
1/2 pint (for cooking)
saffron strand
1/2 teaspoon (soaked in warm water)
small potato
1 lb (peeled and halved)
fresh single cream
5 ounces (for cooking)
lemon juice
1 teaspoon (freshly squeezed)
hardboiled eggs
2 (quartered)
Instructions
1
Begin by mashing the salt with the chopped ginger and garlic to form a smooth pulp.
2
In a spice grinder, combine the cumin seeds, dried red chilies, black cardamom seeds, cloves, broken cinnamon sticks, and black peppercorns. Grind them to fine powder.
3
In the same grinder, blend together the white poppy seeds and cashew nuts until finely ground.
4
Mix all the ground spices and nut paste with cold water (4 tablespoons) to create a smooth spice paste.
5
In a heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the ginger-garlic pulp and sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
6
Add the prepared spice paste to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring well.
7
Introduce the chicken pieces to the pot and cook for 6 minutes, allowing them to change color and absorb the flavors.
8
Add the chopped coriander leaves, halved green chilies, and turmeric to the pot. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until fragrant.
9
Pour in the warm water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat, add the saffron strands, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
10
After 15 minutes, add the halved potatoes to the pot. Continue to simmer until the potatoes are tender, which should take another 20 minutes.
11
Stir in the fresh single cream and lemon juice, cooking uncovered for 5 minutes to thicken the curry slightly.
12
Remove from heat, garnish with quartered hard-boiled eggs, and serve hot.
Nutrition Information
30g
Carbs
35g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saffron Chicken and Potato Delight?
It is a rich and aromatic chicken curry made with silky cream, earthy nuts, potatoes, and fragrant saffron, inspired by a cherished friend's recipe.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 443 calories.
What type of chicken is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 lbs of skinless chicken pieces, cut into pieces.
How are the ginger and garlic prepared?
The chopped fresh ginger and garlic cloves are mashed with salt to form a smooth pulp.
Which spices are ground together for the spice paste?
Cumin seeds, dried red chilies, black cardamom seeds, cloves, broken cinnamon sticks, and black peppercorns are ground into a fine powder.
What nuts are used in this dish?
The recipe uses 12 whole cashew nuts, which are ground with white poppy seeds.
How do you make the spice paste?
Mix the ground spices and ground nut/seed mixture with 4 tablespoons of cold water to create a smooth paste.
What type of fat is used for sautéing?
The recipe uses 2 ounces of unsalted butter.
How long should I sauté the ginger-garlic pulp?
Sauté the ginger-garlic pulp in melted butter for about 3 minutes, stirring continuously.
How long do I cook the chicken pieces before adding liquids?
Cook the chicken pieces for 6 minutes with the spice paste to allow them to change color and absorb flavors.
When should I add the fresh coriander and green chilies?
Add chopped coriander leaves, halved green chilies, and turmeric after the initial chicken browning, then stir-fry for 3 minutes.
How is the saffron prepared for the dish?
1/2 teaspoon of saffron strands should be soaked in warm water before being added to the pot.
How much water is used for the cooking liquid?
The recipe uses 1/2 pint of warm water for cooking the chicken and potatoes.
When are the potatoes added to the curry?
Add the halved potatoes after the chicken has simmered with saffron for 15 minutes.
How long do the potatoes take to cook?
The potatoes should simmer for approximately 20 minutes until they are tender.
What type of cream is added to the sauce?
5 ounces of fresh single cream are stirred into the curry near the end of cooking.
How do you thicken the curry?
Cook the curry uncovered for 5 minutes after adding the cream and lemon juice to thicken it slightly.
What is the recommended garnish?
Garnish the dish with two hard-boiled eggs that have been quartered.
What side dishes pair well with this recipe?
It is best served with fluffy basmati rice and a fresh vegetable curry.
What is the protein content of this dish?
Each serving provides 35g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 30g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this dish considered spicy?
Yes, it is tagged as spicy and contains dried red chilies, green chilies, and black peppercorns.
Can this be considered a one-pot meal?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as a one-pot meal as it is prepared in a single heavy-bottomed pot.
What is the role of lemon juice in the recipe?
One teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice is added at the end to balance the richness of the cream and nuts.
What kind of cardamom is used?
The recipe uses the seeds from 2 black cardamom pods.
Does this recipe contain turmeric?
Yes, it uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground turmeric for flavor and color.
What are the white poppy seeds used for?
The white poppy seeds are ground with cashew nuts to create a base for the thick, creamy spice paste.
How much potato is needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of small potatoes, peeled and halved.
Is this an authentic Indian dish?
Yes, it is categorized under Indian cuisine and utilizes traditional Indian spices and cooking techniques.