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WHAT IS CHICKEN KORMA?
Within the realm of Pakistani recipes, Tender Pakistani Chicken Korma (Qorma) stands out as an esteemed and time-honored delicacy. It embodies the essence of tradition, featuring a yogurt-infused curry harmoniously blended with an array of aromatic spices. The fundamental components include yogurt, nutmeg, and javitri, all working in unison to create a distinctively grainy texture. Elevating the flavor to its utmost authenticity, the addition of crushed fried onions lends a captivating nuance to this quintessential korma preparation. Originating from the culinary heritage of Pakistan and North India, this Pakistani dinner recipe has garnered immense popularity, gracing both wedding feasts and everyday meals with its enticing presence.
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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CURRY AND KORMA?
Chicken Curry (recipe coming soon) features the inclusion of tomatoes, whereas the korma variant is characterized by its tomato-free composition and reliance on yogurt.
TIPS
Grind the mace and nutmeg finely into powder form. Cool down the fried onion before squeezing them. No fresh cilantro in this recipe.
INGREDIENTS
Nutmeg and Mace Mixture- Simply grind the nutmeg and mace using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder. Oil and Onion- After frying the onion, transfer it to a plate and gently press or squeeze it to extract any excess moisture. Then, set it aside for later use. Ginger garlic paste- While the preference lies with homemade preparations, in case they are not readily available, store-bought alternatives can be used as a viable substitute.
HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN KORMA?
WHAT TO SERVE WITH KORMA?
Naan/ Roti- Traditionally Korma is served with Naan/Roti.
Rice- Some regions serve korma with rice.
Shermaal Naan- It is a sweeter version of naan. Shermaal has a dense texture and is red in color. My personal favorite is Shermaal served with Korma.
WHAT CAN BE PAIR WITH KORMA?
My all time favorite combination to pair Mutton Qorma with is any kind of biryani, like Authentic Chicken Biryani, or Instant Pot Mutton Biryani. If you make biryani don’t forget to make our delicious Cilantro Tomato Yogurt Raita or Green Chutney Raita. Another good pairing is Achari Chicken (The Best) or Achari Keema (Qeema). For dessert you can never go wrong with Kheer, Zarda, or Meethi Seviyan.
Let’s Make Chicken Korma!!!
