Chiken Shinwari by Baba Food RRC (Recipe)

Learn to make Chicken Shinwari, a classic Pashtun dish, at home with this easy recipe by Baba Food RRC. Perfectly tender chicken cooked with aromatic spices, served best with naan or chapati.

Chicken Shinwari Recipe | Authentic Pashtun Cuisine

Introduction

Chicken Shinwari, named after the Shinwari tribe of Pashtuns from Northern Pakistan and Afghanistan, is a beloved dish known for its simple yet rich flavors. This restaurant-style Chicken Shinwari recipe by Baba Food RRC brings the authentic taste of this traditional dish to your kitchen. Perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner, it pairs wonderfully with hot naan or chapati.

Improved Recipe

Ingredients

• Oil: 1 cup
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Chicken: 1 kg (cut into small pieces)
• Tomatoes: 500 grams
• Ginger and Garlic Paste: 2 tablespoons
• Cumin Powder: 1 tablespoon
• Dry Coriander Powder: 1 tablespoon
• Black Pepper: 1 teaspoon
• Garam Masala: ½ teaspoon
• Red Chilli Powder: ½ teaspoon
• Green Chilies: 7 (whole)

  Method

  1. Heat the Oil:

• In a large skillet, add 1 cup of oil and heat it on medium flame.

  2. Roast the Chicken:

• Add 1 kg of chicken pieces to the skillet and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt.
• Roast the chicken on high flame for 4-5 minutes until it starts to turn golden.

  3. Prepare the Tomatoes:

• Cut 500 grams of tomatoes into halves and add them to the skillet.
• Lower the heat and cook for about 7 minutes until the tomatoes soften. Once soft, peel off the tomato skins.

  4. Saute the Aromatics:

• Add 2 tablespoons of chopped ginger and garlic to the skillet. Saute well until fragrant and the mixture starts to caramelize.

  5. Add the Spices:

• Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of cumin powder, 1 tablespoon of dry coriander powder, and mix well.
• Next, add 1 teaspoon of black pepper, ½ teaspoon of garam masala, ½ teaspoon of red chilli powder, and 7 whole green chilies.
• Mix everything on high flame to blend the flavors and cook until the chicken is well-coated with the spices.

  6. Finish and Serve:

• Once the chicken is fully cooked and the spices are well-blended, turn off the flame.
• Serve hot with naan or chapati and your favorite chutney.

  Calories Information

• Calories per serving (approximately 200g of chicken with sauce): 450-500 kcal

  Health Benefits and Precautions

  Health Benefits:

• Rich in Protein: Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Antioxidant Properties: Tomatoes and spices like cumin and coriander are rich in antioxidants, supporting overall health.

Precautions:

Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red chilli and green chillies according to your spice tolerance to avoid discomfort.

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