I’m cooking every countries national dishes, and today it’s another UK classic - chicken tikka masala! 🇬🇧 For the Chicken Marinade: 500g chicken breast 100g plain yogurt 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic 1 tbsp minced ginger 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garam masala 1/2 tsp chilli powder 1/2 tsp turmeric 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper For the Masala Sauce: 1 tbsp ghee 1 small onion 2 cloves garlic 1 tbsp minced ginger 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp garam masala ½ tsp turmeric ½ tsp chili powder 400g tomato pasata 100ml double cream 1 tbsp tomato puree 1 bay leaf 1 tsp honey Salt Black pepper Fresh coriander (for garnish) Rice (to serve with) For the Dough: 125g bread flour 1 tsp honey 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 60g plain yogurt 60ml warm milk 1 tsp oil For the Garlic Butter (Naan): 2 tbsp butter 1 clove garlic, minced Fresh coriander Pinch of salt Tikka Masala Method: 1. Mix yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and spices in a bowl. Add chicken chunks, coat well, and marinate for at least 1 hour. 2. Cook the chicken in a hot pan with some oil until the chicken has colour on all sides. 3. Heat oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat. Cook the onions with a bay leaf until the onions are soft and golden brown. 4. Stir in cumin, coriander, paprika, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder. Cook for 30 secs. Add garlic and ginger, cook for another 1-2 mins. Add tomato puree and cook for 1 min. 5. Add the tomato pasata and honey. Simmer for 10 mins, then blend the sauce until smooth. 6. Return to the pan, stir in cream, season with salt, Garam masala and coriander. Simmer for another 5 mins. Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and simmer for 5 more mins. 7. Garnish with fresh coriander. Serve with naan and rice. Naan Method: 1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt and baking powder. Add yogurt, warm milk, and oil. Mix until it forms a rough dough. 2. Knead for 5-7 mins until smooth. If sticky, add a little flour. Then cover and let rest for 30 mins to 1 hour. 3. Melt butter in a pan, add garlic and cook for 30 secs. Stir in chopped coriander and a pinch of salt. Set aside. 4. Divide dough into 3 equal balls. Roll each ball into an oval shape. 5. Heat a dry pan on high heat until hot. Place a naan in the pan and cook for 45 secs until bubbles form. Flip and cook for another 45 secs. 6. Remove and brush with garlic butter immediately. Serve and enjoy! #tikkamasala #nationaldish #britishfood #recipe
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