BUTTER CHICKEN
INGREDIENTS
• 800 g chicken thighs, skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 250 g double cream yoghurt
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 2 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely chopped
• 250 ml chicken stock
• 1⁄4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
METHOD
1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, yoghurt, turmeric, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, curry powder, and salt. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
3. Add the onion and cook for 6–8 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
4. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until lightly browned.
6. Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Cook for 15–20 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
8. Stir through the fresh coriander and adjust seasoning if needed.
Easy Flatbread
INGREDIENTS
• 2 cups (300 g) plain flour
• 1 cup (250 g) plain yoghurt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1⁄2 tsp salt
METHOD
1. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
2. Add the yoghurt and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2–3 minutes.
4. Divide into 6 portions and roll each into a thin round.
5. Cook in a hot dry frying pan for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and lightly charred.
Mango, Jalapeño & Tomato Salsa
INGREDIENTS
• 2 ripe mangoes, diced
• 200 g cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 red onion, finely diced
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1⁄2 tsp salt
• 1⁄4 tsp black pepper
METHOD
1. Combine the mangoes, cherry tomatoes, jalapeños, and red onion in a bowl.
2. Add the apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
3. Toss well and allow the salsa to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
TO SERVE
Spoon the butter chicken into bowls, serve with warm flatbreads, and top with a generous helping of
the fresh mango, jalapeño, and tomato salsa.
