How To Make Chicken Bhuna

How To Make Chicken Bhuna

Chicken Bhuna is a popular dish all around the world. We teamed up with Shahena Ali of the Maharaja restaurant in Benfleet, Essex, to show you how to make it.

You Will Need:

• 1 medium whole chicken , washed and cut into 8 pieces
• 2 medium onions , chopped
• 2 tsp ginger and garlic paste
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 ½ tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ½ cups (120ml) water
• 2 medium tomatoes , chopped
• ½ cups (120ml) oil
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander , chopped
• 3 small fresh chillies , sliced lengthways
• 1 Large Saucepan
• 1 large spoon for stirring
• 1 Serving dish

---

Step 1:

Fry Onions

In a heavy based pan, add the oil. When oil is hot add the onions. When onions soften add salt, chilli powder, corriander powder and turmeric. Mix until onions are well coated. Add garlic and ginger paste. Reduce the heat and stir.

---

Step 2:

Add Tomatoes

Add the tomatoes, stirring constantly and then cook for 5 minutes, or until tomatoes are reduced to a slight purée

---

Step 3:

Add Chicken

Add the chicken and mix thoroughly. Cover & cook over medium/heat for about 10-15 minutes until the meat has turned slightly opaque and is half cooked.

---

Step 4:

Add Water and Reduce

Add the water and cook for 5-8 minutes, ensuring that you keep stirring all the time. The chicken is ready when the liquid has completely reduced

---

Step 5:

Add Rest of Spices

Now add the garam masala, coriander leaves and chillies; stir once and then transfer to a serving dish.

Done