MURG MUSALLAM RECIPE

Murg Musallam

Murg Musallam is a traditional Indian

dish made with whole chicken that is marinated and cooked in a flavorful blend of spices. Here is a recipe you can try at home.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken, about 1.5-2 lbs
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 cardamom pods
• 4 cloves
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the yogurt, turmeric, red chili powder, ginger garlic paste, and salt.
2. Add the whole chicken to the bowl and coat it evenly with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3. Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, and cloves and fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the onions and fry until they are golden brown.
5. Add the tomatoes and fry until they are soft and pulpy.
6. Add the marinated chicken to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
7. Add enough water to the pot to cover the chicken and bring the mixture to a boil.
8. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Cook the chicken for about 45 minutes, or until it is tender and cooked through.
9. Sprinkle the garam masala over the top of the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan. Enjoy!