HARA MURGH MASALA

Are you bored of trying the usual red curries? Try this Hara murgh masala, it is a simple recipe made with few ingredients. The simple yet distinct flavors of greens and spices make it taste delicious. It is a healthy curry as the green colour comes naturally from the green leafy vegetables. It is a great change from the usual red curries.This curry goes well with rice or parathas. Do try this simple recipe :)

INGREDIENTS:-
1 kg Chicken cut into small pieces
4 onions, finely chopped
2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 cup coriander leaves
1/4 cup mint leaves 
4-5 green chili
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup thick yogurt
1/2 cup water
2 tbsp fresh cream
1 tsp cumin powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp pepper powder
2 cardamom
1 small piece cinnamon
2 cloves
salt to taste

METHOD:-

1. In a blender combine the coriander leaves, mint, lemon juice, green chili and puree until smooth.
2. Marinate chicken with salt, 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste and 1 tsp turmeric powder, keep aside for 30 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a deep pan and add cardamom, cloves and cinnamon , fry till the oil becomes fragrant.Now add finely chopped onions ,fry until golden in colour. Then add ginger-garlic paste , saute for 1 minute. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, garam masala and pepper powder, saute till raw smell goes. Now add marinated chicken and saute it for 5 minutes on a high flame stirring occasionally. Add the coriander-mint puree, water and yogurt,season with salt and bring to boil. Simmer over low heat until the gravy is slightly reduced and the chicken is tender, about 15-20 minutes. Finally add fresh cream and switch off the flame. Serve it with paratha or basmati rice.