Authentic Balti Gosht Recipe by Food Fusion | rhfpakistan.com (Recipe)
Discover the mouthwatering Balti Gosht recipe by Food Fusion. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a flavorful and aromatic mutton dish using traditional spices. Perfect for any special occasion!
Master the Art of Cooking Balti Gosht with Food Fusion
Introduction
Food Fusion’s Balti Gosht is a modern twist on the traditional Balti Gosht, offering a unique flavor profile with the use of chicken instead of goat meat and a blend of different spices. This recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for traditional events, bringing a fusion of taste and culture to your table.
Difference from Rakshanda's Balti Gosht
- Meat:
- Uses chicken instead of goat meat, making it lighter and quicker to cook.
- Spices:
- Incorporates a unique blend of spices including fennel, fenugreek seeds, and cardamom, providing a distinctive aroma and taste.
- Tanginess:
- Adds vinegar and lemon juice for a tangy twist, enhancing the overall flavor.
- Herbs:
- Uses Kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) for an additional layer of flavor.
Taste Variation:
Food Fusion's Balti Gosht has a more pronounced tangy and aromatic flavor due to the use of vinegar, lemon juice, and a unique spice blend. The chicken makes the dish lighter and quicker to cook, offering a different texture and taste compared to the richer and more robust flavor of goat meat in Rakshanda's recipe.
Ingredients of Balti Gosht by Food Fusion (Given by Regional Heritage Food)
- Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Cooking Oil: 2-3 tablespoons
- Finely Chopped Onion: 1 medium
- Ginger and Garlic Paste: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken: ½ kg
- Finely Chopped Tomatoes: 2-3
- Salt: 1 teaspoon or to taste
- Lemon Juice: 1-3 tablespoons
- Kasuri Methi: 1 teaspoon
- Dried Coriander: 2 tablespoons
- Fennel: 1 teaspoon
- Rai Dana (mustard seeds): 1 teaspoon
- Bay Leaf: 1 leaf
- Fenugreek Seeds: 1 teaspoon
- Cardamom Seeds: ½ teaspoon
- Cinnamon: 1 piece
- Turmeric Powder: ½ teaspoon
- Cumin Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika Powder or Round Sweet Red Chilli Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Ginger Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Red Chilli Powder: 1 teaspoon
Method
- Spice Preparation:
- In a frying pan, add coriander, fennel, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, bay leaf, cardamom seeds, and cinnamon. Fry until aromatic.
- Finely grind the roasted spices in a grinder.
- Mix the ground spices with turmeric powder, cumin powder, paprika powder, ginger powder, red chili powder, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of oil. This spice mix can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Cooking:
- Heat 2-3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a saucepan or frying pan. Add finely chopped onion and fry until golden brown.
- Add ginger and garlic paste and fry until fragrant.
- Add the chicken and fry until its color changes.
- Add finely chopped tomatoes, salt, and the prepared Balti Gosht spice mix. Mix well, cover, and cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and Kasuri methi, rubbed by hand. Cover and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green coriander and fresh chilies.
Calories Information (per serving, approximately)
- Chicken (100g): 165 calories
- Onion (1 medium): 44 calories
- Tomatoes (1 medium): 22 calories
- Cooking Oil (1 tablespoon): 120 calories
- Spices and other ingredients: negligible calories
Total Calories per Serving:
Approximately 200-250 calories (based on a 200g serving size)
Health Precautions by Regional Heritage Food
- Spice Sensitivity:
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder and fresh chilies for those sensitive to spicy foods.
- Dietary Restrictions:
- Modify the recipe for specific spice allergies or dietary restrictions.
- Salt Intake:
- Reduce salt for individuals on a low-sodium diet.
- Cholesterol Watch:
- Chicken is generally lower in cholesterol than goat meat, but still, moderate consumption is advised for those with cholesterol concerns.