Recipe of cooking Chicken cafreal

Goan Chicken Cafreal:

Ingredients:

• 1 kg chicken pieces (preferably bone-in)
• 2 cups fresh coriander leaves (cilantro), chopped
• 6-8 green chilies, chopped (adjust according to your spice preference)
• 10-12 cloves of garlic
• 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled
• 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt to taste
• Oil for cooking
  

Instructions:

1. Clean the chicken pieces and set them aside.

2. In a blender or food processor, add the fresh coriander leaves, green chilies, garlic, ginger, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, black peppercorns, turmeric powder, garam masala, sugar, lemon juice, and salt.

3. Grind all the ingredients together to form a smooth paste. You can add a little water if needed to facilitate blending.

4. Marinate the chicken pieces with the prepared spice paste, ensuring they are well coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator for better flavors.

5. Heat oil in a pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces along with any excess marinade. Cook the chicken on medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until it is cooked through and tender. Add a little water if needed to prevent sticking or burning.

6. Once the chicken is cooked, increase the heat to high and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously, until the chicken gets a slightly charred and crispy texture.

7. Remove from heat and serve the Goan Chicken Cafreal hot with steamed rice, naan bread, or bread rolls. It also goes well with a fresh salad or raita as a side dish.         enjoy the dish!