Royal Hyderabadi Dum Ka Chicken

Royal Hyderabadi Dum Ka Chicken is a classic dish from the Hyderabadi cuisine known for its rich and aromatic flavors. This slow-cooked chicken dish is a perfect blend of spices and herbs, making it a royal treat for your taste buds.

Non Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Hyderabadi Hyderabadi Cuisine Chicken Recipe Royal Dish
Royal Hyderabadi Dum Ka Chicken

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 onions, finely sliced
  • 4 green chilies, slit
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1 cup mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cashew nuts, ground into a paste
  • 1/2 cup fried onions
  • 1/2 cup ghee
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, lemon juice, half of the chopped coriander leaves, half of the mint leaves, and salt. Let it marinate for 2 hours.
  2. Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the sliced onions and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the pan and mix well. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the cashew nut paste and fried onions. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining coriander and mint leaves on top. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is tender and the flavors are well blended.
  6. Once done, serve the Royal Hyderabadi Dum Ka Chicken hot with naan or steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Heavy-bottomed pan Tight-fitting lid

Tools

Cutting board Knife Mixing bowls Cooking spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve with naan, steamed rice, or Hyderabadi biryani for a royal feast.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Marinating the chicken for a longer time enhances the flavors. Be patient while cooking on low heat to achieve the perfect texture and taste.

Cost

$20