Chicken changezi recipe
Here's a popular Chicken Changezi recipe, originating from Pakistan:
- 1 1/2 pounds (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
- 2 tablespoons (30g) lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons (30g) vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15g) ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon (15g) tomato puree
- 1 tablespoon (15g) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1/4 cup (60g) chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
3. Add onion, garlic, and ginger paste to skillet. Cook until onion is translucent.
4. Stir in tomato puree, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, red chili powder, and garam masala. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Add water and cooked chicken to skillet. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce thickens.
6. Season with salt to taste. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.
*Tips:*
- Use high-quality spices for authentic flavor.
- Adjust chili powder to desired spice level.
- Serve with basmati rice or naan bread.
*Nutrition Information (per serving):*
- Vegetable Changezi: Replace chicken with bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.
- Spicy Changezi: Increase red chili powder to 1 teaspoon.
- Changezi Biryani: Mix cooked chicken with basmati rice and spices.
*Storage Guidelines:*
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
*Measurement Conversion:*
- 1 cup = 200g (approx.)
- 1 tablespoon = 15g (approx.)
- 1 teaspoon = 5g (approx.)
Enjoy your homemade Chicken changezi!
Here's the detailed nutrition information for the Chicken Changezi recipe:
Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 350g)
- Carbohydrates: 30%
- Protein: 40%
- Fat: 30%
Vitamins and Minerals:
- Vitamin A: 10% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Vitamin C: 20% of the DV
- Calcium: 10% of the DV
- Iron: 25% of the DV
- Potassium: 20% of the DV
Ingredients with Calories:
- Chicken breast: 260 calories
- Vegetable oil: 120 calories
- Onion: 40 calories
- Garlic: 20 calories
- Ginger paste: 20 calories
- Tomato puree: 25 calories
- Lemon juice: 20 calories
- Spices: negligible calories
Tips for Reducing Calories:
1. Use less oil.
2. Choose low-fat yogurt.
3. Reduce spice amount.
4. Add more vegetables.
Variations with Calorie Changes:
- Vegetable Changezi: -100 calories
- Spicy Changezi: +50 calories
- Changezi Biryani: +150 calories
Nutrition Information for Variations:
- Vegetable Changezi: 420 calories
- Spicy Changezi: 570 calories
- Changezi Biryani: 670 calories
Nutrition Label:
Per serving:
Calcium 10%
Iron 25%
Potassium 20%
Please note that these values are approximate and may vary depending on specific ingredients and portion sizes.
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