সহজ পদ্ধতিতে চিলি চিকেন রেসিপি || Easy Chilli Chicken Gravy || Arpita Nath

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of making a delicious and easy Chilli Chicken gravy, inspired by the recipe from Arpita Nath. This Indo-Chinese dish is perfect for anyone looking to spice up their dinner table. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll be able to impress your family and friends with this flavorful dish.

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients

Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients ready. Here’s what you will need:

• Chicken: 500 grams (boneless, cut into cubes)
• Cornflour: 2 tablespoons
• All-purpose flour: 2 tablespoons
• Ginger-garlic paste: 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Chili sauce: 1 tablespoon
• Tomato ketchup: 2 tablespoons
• Bell peppers: 1 cup (sliced)
• Onion: 1 medium (sliced)
• Green chilies: 2 (slit)
• Spring onions: for garnish
• Salt: to taste
• Oil: for frying

Step 2: Marinate the Chicken

To enhance the flavor of the chicken, marinate it with the following:

1. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with:
   • Ginger-garlic paste
   • Soy sauce
   • Salt
2. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to penetrate the chicken.

Step 3: Prepare the Coating

1. In a separate bowl, mix the cornflour and all-purpose flour.
2. Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in this flour mixture until they are evenly coated. This will give the chicken a crispy texture when fried.

Step 4: Fry the Chicken

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the pan.
3. Fry until golden brown and crispy, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken from the pan and place it on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 5: Cook the Vegetables

1. In the same pan, add a little more oil if necessary.
2. Sauté the sliced onions and bell peppers until they become soft.
3. Add the slit green chilies and stir for an additional minute.

Step 6: Create the Gravy

1. Lower the heat and add the fried chicken back into the pan.
2. Pour in the chili sauce and tomato ketchup, mixing well to coat the chicken and vegetables.
3. If you prefer a thicker gravy, you can add a bit of water and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve

1. Once the gravy reaches your desired consistency, remove it from the heat.
2. Garnish with chopped spring onions.
3. Serve hot with fried rice or noodles.

Conclusion

You've now successfully made an easy and delicious Chilli Chicken gravy! This dish is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. Experiment with the spice levels by adjusting the chili sauce to suit your taste. Enjoy your culinary creation, and don't hesitate to explore more Indo-Chinese recipes!