Nepali Thali - Chicken Recipe
Traditional Nepali Thali (Chicken) Chicken curry, rice, dal, and assorted traditional side dishes.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Curry
Dal
Rice
Assorted Side Dishes
Method
Chicken Curry
- 1
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Add Spices and Chicken
Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well, then add chicken pieces. Cook until chicken is browned, then add water. Cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
- 3
Finish the Curry
Once the chicken is cooked, garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Dal
- 4
Cook the Lentils
In a pot, combine lentils, water, turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are soft.
- 5
Rice
- 6
Cook the Rice
Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a pot, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Assemble the Thali
- 7
Serve the Thali
On a large platter, serve a portion of chicken curry, dal, rice, and arrange assorted side dishes. Enjoy your traditional Nepali Thali!
