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Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 kg Chicken

Prep: Cut into Pieces

2 cup Cooking Oil

1 cup Water

3 stick Green Chilli

Prep: Cut into half

1 tsp Ginger Paste

1 tsp Garlic Paste

Spice Mixture

3 tbsp Coriander Powder

1 tbsp Cumin Seeds

Prep: Crushed and Roasted

1 tbsp Red chilli powder

2 tsp Chat Masala

2 tsp Chilli Flakes

1 tsp Black Pepper

1 tsp Black salt

1 tsp White salt

1 tbsp Fenugreek

3 tbsp Lemon Juice

Instructions

Cook the chicken:

Heat the oil and 1 cup of water to a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Add the chicken and cook over medium-low heat until the chicken is about halfway done.

Add the aromatics

Add the halved green chilies, ginger paste, and garlic paste. Mix well and continue cooking until the chicken is completely cooked and the water has evaporated. The chicken should be tender.

Prepare the spice mixture:

In a bowl, combine the crushed coriander, roasted crushed cumin, red chili powder, chaat masala, chilli flakes, black pepper, black salt, white salt, and dried fenugreek. Mix thoroughly.

Coat the chicken:

Transfer the cooked chicken to a large serving or mixing pot. Sprinkle the prepared spice mixture over the chicken and gently toss until every piece is evenly coated. Add the fresh lemon juice and mix again, making sure the spices and lemon juice are well distributed throughout the chicken.

Rest and serve

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving, allowing the spices and lemon juice to soak into the chicken.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Balochi Tikka hot with: Fresh naan, tandoori roti, or parathaMint and coriander chutney Sliced onions and fresh lemon wedgesFresh cucumber and tomato salad Raita or yogurt dipSteamed or fragrant basmati rice

Tips & Notes

Tips of Making Best Balochi Tikka

Use bone-in chicken: Bone-in pieces add more flavor and help keep the chicken juicy and tender.Cut the chicken evenly:Try to cut the pieces into similar sizes so they cook evenly.Don’t rush the cooking: Cook the chicken until the water has completely evaporated and the pieces are tender before adding the spice mixture.Use freshly roasted cumin:Roasting and crushing the cumin gives the dish a deeper, more aromatic flavor.Adjust the spice level:Add more or less red chili powder and green chilies according to your taste.Add lemon at the end:Fresh lemon juice added after cooking gives the chicken a bright, delicious flavor.Let it rest: Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after mixing in the spices so the flavors can settle and soak in.Serve immediately:Balochi Chicken Tikka tastes best when served hot with fresh naan, chutney, salad, and lemon wedges.

FAQ

Can I use boneless chicken for this recipe?

Yes, you can use boneless chicken. However, bone-in chicken tends to be more juicy and flavorful.

Can I adjust the level of spiciness?

Absolutely. You can reduce or increase the amount of green chilies and red chili powder according to your taste.

Can I prepare Balochi Chicken Tikka ahead of time?

Yes. You can cook the chicken ahead of time and add the spice mixture and lemon juice before serving. Reheat gently to keep the chicken tender.

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