Royal Almond Curry

Shahi Badami Qorma is a regal, aromatic dish featuring tender meat simmered in a rich, creamy sauce of ground almonds and fragrant spices, offering a luxurious taste of Mughlai culinary heritage.

Ingredients

  • Oil 1 Cup
  • Onions 2 Large size
  • 1 Star Anise
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
  • Cloves 4-5
  • 3 Cardamom
  • 2-3 Bay Leaves
  • Peppercorns 8-10
  • Chicken 1 Kg
  • Ginger Garlic Paste 1 tbsp
  • Yogurt 1 Cup
  • Chilies 5-7
  • Cashew Nuts 10-12
  • Almonds 10-12
  • Turmeric Powder 1/2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder 1 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder 1 tbsp
  • Cumin Seeds 1 tsp
  • Chili Flakes 1/2 tsp
  • Salt 1 tbsp
  • Coriander Leaves 2 tbsp
  • Pepper 1/2 tsp

Step 1

In a large pan, add oil and let it heat. Add onions and cook them until light golden brown. Once fried, take them out and set aside. Then add star anise, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom, bay leaves and peppercorns. Cook for a minute.

Step 2

Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes. Add ginger garlic paste and mix well. In the meantime, Add yogurt, fried onions, chilies, cashew nuts, almonds, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, chili flakes and salt. Blend them all.

Step 3

Add this paste in the chicken and cover it to cook for 8-10 minutes. Finally add coriander leaves and pepper. Serve hot.

Enjoy Your Meal!