Chicken Saagwala Recipe
Dairy & Gluten free
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Spinach
Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and immediately place it in cold water. Once cooled, blend it into a smooth paste and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Aromatics
Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Incorporate Spices
Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a minute.
- 5
Add Chicken
Introduce the chicken pieces into the pan. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- 6
Add Tomato Puree
Pour in the tomato puree and stir to combine. Cover and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 7
Add Spinach Paste
Stir in the spinach paste and garam masala. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 8
Serve
Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with rice or gluten-free bread.
