Goan Chicken Cafreal
Goan Chicken Cafreal is a spicy and flavorful chicken dish from the coastal state of Goa in India. This recipe is made with a blend of aromatic spices and herbs, giving it a distinct flavor. It's high in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it a great option for non-vegetarians. However, people with a dairy or nut allergy should avoid this dish.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
153 kcal
Protein
15 g
Carbs
6 g
Fat
8 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Chicken, poultry, breast, skinless
250 gms (250g)
Ginger Paste
1 tsp (5g)
Garlic paste
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 medium cup (80g)
Chopped Tomato
1 small cup (100g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
30 gm (30g)
Fresh Mint (chopped)
20 gm (20g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Cumin Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Coriander Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Garam Masala
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Black Pepper
1 tsp (2g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
0.5 tbsp (7.5g)
Plain Water
1 small cup (200g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
In a blender, combine fresh coriander leaves, mint leaves, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, black pepper powder, and salt. Blend until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
Marinate the chicken pieces in the spice paste for at least 1 hour.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and turn mushy.
Add marinated chicken pieces to the pan and cook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the gravy has thickened.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Garima Singh Dutta
"Prepped this over the weekend, and it matched my strict calorie targets effortlessly. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Nitin Kapoor
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and Goan Chicken Cafreal turned out absolute perfection! It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Will be making this again very soon."
Pooja Raj Kumar
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Rhea Prakash Hammad
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