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Origin
Savji community · Vidarbha
Profile
Fiery · Bold spices · Rich gravy
Best With
Jawaari Bhakri · Roti
Nagpur-style Saoji Chicken is a fiery delicacy from the Savji community of Vidarbha region, known for its bold spices and rich gravy — now loved far and wide.— Nagpur Style Saoji Chicken
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Method
- Roast & Grind Spices: Dry roast whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, clove, bay leaf, stone flower, caraway seeds, poppy seeds, coconut, dry chillies, coriander seeds, pepper). Cool and grind to a fine powder.
- Sauté Base: Heat oil, splutter cumin seeds. Add chopped onions, sauté until translucent. Add ginger-garlic paste, cook till oil separates.
- Add Spices: Mix in the ground spice powder, turmeric, red chilli powder, and salt. Cook till oil separates.
- Cook Chicken: Add chicken, coat well with masala. Add water if needed. Cover and cook on medium heat till chicken is tender.
- Finish: Turn off heat, garnish with chopped coriander. Serve hot with Jawaari Bhakri or Roti.
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Recipe by Diptee Shailesh Girathe · Poultry India
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