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Chicken karahi
Heat the ghee in a wok over the highest flame. Add the chicken in one layer and leave it until the undersides brown, then turn. About 8 minutes total.
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How long does Chicken karahi take?
55 min all in — 15 min prep, 40 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Hot.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Wok, Chef's knife, Mortar and pestle.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1½ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Chicken → Lamb or goat on the bone. Mutton karahi needs the meat simmered tender first, about an hour, before the tomato stage.
Any tips from this recipe?
Small bone-in pieces matter. Boneless breast dries out before the tomatoes reduce. Do not add water at any point. The tomatoes provide all the liquid the dish needs.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.