Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

Ingredients:

For chicken:

3-4 boneless chicken breasts, skins removed and cut into bite-sized pieces

250 grams thick natural yogurt

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

2 teaspoons ground cuminAJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 teaspoon chili powder

2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepperSalt

For tomato gravy:

250 grams canned cocktail tomatoes

250 grams heavy cream

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 red chilies, finely chopped

2 teaspoons ground cumin

2 teaspoons paprika powder

1 tablespoon ghee or clarified butter

Handful of coriander leaves/cilantro, chopped

Salt and pepper

       

Cooking Procedure:

1. Mix all of the ingredients for the marination in a large bowl. Thoroughly mix until the chicken is nicely coated.

2.  Leave to Marinade for a few minutes. Grill the chicken evenly on all sides, until juices run clear - approx. 5-6 minutes.

3. To make the sauce, Heat ghee or clarified butter in a sauce pan and sauté garlic and chilis. Add cumin and paprika. Until it cooks into a soft paste. Add tomatoes. Season with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning. Simmer for 2 minutes to thicken then add grilled chicken pieces and cream. Let simmer for a few more minutes.

4. Serve sprinkled with fresh chopped coriander leaves and with steamed Basmati rice, fresh naans and pickles.