Indian-Style Basil Chicken Fry
A flavorful and aromatic chicken dish, marinated in Indian spices and herbs, then stir-fried to perfection. This recipe is a delicious twist on traditional chicken fry.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound boneless chicken breastcut into bite-sized pieces
- ●1/4 cup fresh basil leaveschopped
- ●1 poached eggfor garnish
- ●1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaveschopped
- ●1-inch piece gingergrated
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 teaspoon red chili powderadjust to taste
- ●1 teaspoon garam masala powderadjust to taste
- ●to taste salt
- ●2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine ginger, garlic, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Add the blended spice mixture to the chicken pieces and mix well.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 6
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- 7
Add the chopped basil leaves and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
- 8
Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine with the basil.
- 9
Season with salt to taste.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with a poached egg and chopped cilantro leaves.