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Kanpur Chicken Kali Mirch
🇮🇳 Indian

Kanpur Chicken Kali Mirch

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kanpur cooking — Kanpur Chicken Kali Mirch brings a kali mirch touch with a classic pasanda finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 18 min Cook 30 min Serves 3 Easy

Ingredients

  • Chicken500 g, curry cut
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Black Pepper1.5 tsp, crushed

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: MURGH KALI MIRCH || DUM MURGH KALI MIRCH || BLACK PEPPER CHICKEN | EASY INDIAN CHICKEN CURRY RECIPE · on YouTube