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Chicken Roti From India

SUBMITTED BY: MARBALET

"Chicken in a homemade ground masala. This one's spicy, so be careful, and make it hot to your taste. Wrap this up in pita bread to make a sandwich that's also a main dish meal."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe average a 4.3 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 5 dried red chile peppers, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon anise seeds
  • 3 green chile peppers, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons tamarind pulp, seeded
  • 1 slice fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 1/2 pounds shredded chicken meat
  • 1/2 cup fresh shredded coconut

DIRECTIONS

  1. To Make Ground Masala: In a small skillet saute the red chili peppers, coriander, chili powder, poppy seed, cumin, garlic, cardamom and anise. Let cool and transfer to a small bowl, then grind together with the green chile peppers, tamarind, ginger and cilantro to make a smooth paste. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and saute onions until brown. Add ground masala paste and saute for about 7 to 10 minutes.
  3. Add chicken pieces, reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Bring all to a boil, boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat. Garnish with shredded coconut and serve.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2003 by TIERNEY
It is a little work to make the masala but it is worth it. I added orange juice to it and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2003 by AGREGORY
This recipe went over well with my family, it was nice to have a sandwich with a little zip to it. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 17, 2005 by AIMEEWOZ
This recipe was very time-intensive and expensive, considering the exotic spices and mortar &... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Chicken Roti From India

Servings Per Recipe: 7

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 397

  • Total Fat: 17.2g
  • Cholesterol: 159mg
  • Sodium: 188mg
  • Total Carbs: 9.1g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 2.2g
  • Protein: 50g

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