Here’s a flavorful Korma recipe that you can try at home:
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- 500g meat (chicken, beef, or lamb), cut into pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
For the Korma:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2-3 green chilies (adjust to taste)
- 1-2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cashew nuts or almonds (optional, soaked and blended)
- Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Meat:
- In a large bowl, mix together yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
- Add the meat pieces, coating them well. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
2. Cook the Korma:
- Heat oil or ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and fry until golden brown. Remove half for garnishing later.
- Add the marinated meat and green chilies to the pot. Cook until the meat is browned on all sides.
- Stir in the garam masala, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
- If using, add the blended nuts and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk or heavy cream, stir well, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook on low heat for about 30-40 minutes, or until the meat is tender. Stir occasionally.
3. Serve:
- Once cooked, check for seasoning and adjust salt if needed.
- Garnish with fried onions and fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with naan, rice, or roti.
Enjoy your delicious Korma!
