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Chicken Karahi

Recipe by Imran Ali

A quick, high‑heat Pakistani street‑food style chicken karahi made with a bright tomato base, no onions, and aromatic spices. Ready in about 35‑40 minutes of cooking, this dish is perfect for a fast, flavorful dinner.

MediumPakistaniServes 4

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Source Video
21m
Prep
33m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 4m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$13.56
Per serving:$3.39

Critical Success Points

  • Removing tomato core for smooth gravy
  • Patting chicken completely dry to avoid oil splatter
  • Cooking without added water – oil and tomato juices create the sauce
  • Watching for oil separation as the sign of doneness
  • Adding yogurt at low heat to prevent curdling

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can splatter – keep chicken dry before adding to pan
  • Never add water to a pan with hot oil; it can cause violent boiling
  • Use oven mitts when handling the hot pan lid.

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