Special Chicken Karahi

Makki Madni Catering

Makki Madni Catering is Providing "Special Chicken Karahi" is a beloved Pakistani dish, typically characterized by its spicy and tangy flavor. Here's a scaled-up version of a Special Chicken Karahi recipe to serve 50 people. Remember that when scaling up a recipe, you might need to make adjustments to achieve the desired taste, so always taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

Ingredients:

• Chicken: 37.5 kg, cut into 12 or 16 pieces per bird

• Cooking Oil or Ghee: 6-7 liters

• Onions: 7.5 kg, finely sliced

• Ginger-Garlic Paste: 1.25 kg

• Tomatoes: 20 kg, finely chopped

• Yogurt: 5 kg, whisked

• Green Chillies: 400-500 grams, slit lengthwise

• Red Chili Powder: 250-300 grams (adjust to taste)

• Salt: As per taste (around 200-300 grams initially, adjust later)

• Turmeric Powder: 100 grams

• Coriander Powder: 250 grams

• Cumin Seeds: 100 grams

• Garam Masala Powder: 100 grams

• Fresh Ginger: 500g, julienned for garnishing

• Fresh Coriander: 1 kg, chopped for garnishing

• Lemons: 50, cut into wedges for serving

Method:

• In your large pots or cauldrons, heat the oil or ghee on medium heat. Once hot, add the cumin seeds and let them splutter for a few seconds.

• Add the sliced onions and fry them until they become translucent.

• Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.

• Add the chicken pieces to the pot. Fry them until they are browned on all sides.

• Once the chicken is browned, add the chopped tomatoes, yogurt, green chillies, red chili powder, salt, turmeric, and coriander powder. Mix everything well.

• Cover the pot and allow the chicken to simmer on medium to low heat. Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent the bottom from burning.

• Once the chicken is almost cooked through and the gravy starts to thicken, check the seasoning. Adjust salt, chili, or other spices as needed.

• When the chicken is fully cooked and the gravy has reached your desired consistency, sprinkle garam masala over the karahi. Stir well.

• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and julienned ginger.

• Serve the Special Chicken Karahi hot with naan, roti, or rice, accompanied by lemon wedges.

Remember that when Cooking for a large group, it's important to have a good plan, ample preparation, and maybe even some helping hands in the kitchen to ensure the cooking process goes smoothly. Enjoy your delicious Special Chicken Karahi with your guests!

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