Hairy Bikers Chicken Balti

Hairy Bikers Chicken Balti is made with chicken, oil or ghee, onion, garlic, ginger, bird’s eye chillies, bell pepper, tomato, tomato puree, tandoori masala, curry powder, cider vinegar, and lime. It serves 6 and takes about 30 minutes to prepare and cook.

More Hairy Bikers Recipe:

• Hairy Bikers Beef Stew
• Hairy Bikers Meat And Potato Pie
• Hairy Bikers Jerk Chicken

💗 Why You’ll Love This Chicken Balti Recipe:

• Rich Flavors: The combination of spices, like tandoori masala and Madras curry powder, creates a deeply flavorful dish.
• Quick and Easy: Relatively simple and quick to prepare, perfect for a weeknight meal.
• Customizable Heat: Adjust the number of chillies to suit your preferred spice level.
• Aromatic: The use of fresh garlic, ginger, and coriander provides a wonderfully aromatic experience.
• Healthy: Packed with protein and can be made healthier by controlling the amount of oil used.

❓ What Is Hairy Bikers Chicken Balti Recipe?

Hairy Bikers Chicken Balti recipe includes chicken, rapeseed oil or ghee, onion, garlic, ginger, bird’s eye chillies, bell pepper, tomato, tomato puree, tandoori masala, Madras curry powder, cider vinegar, coriander, and lime juice. It’s a flavorful curry dish.

🍗 Hairy Bikers Chicken Balti Ingredients

• 2 tbsp rapeseed (canola) oil or ghee
• 1/2 large onion finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic – finely chopped
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger – grated and finely chopped
• 2 fresh green bird’s eye chilli peppers
• 1/2 large green or red pepper roughly chopped
• 1 tomato – diced
• 2 – 4 tbsp tomato puree
• 2 tbs tandoori masala – good quality store bought or homemade
• 2 tsp Madras curry powder
• 225g (1/2 lb) – skinned and cut into 1 inch (2.5cm) chunks
• 1 tbsp cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander
• Juice of 1/2 lime

🍲 How To Make Hairy Bikers Chicken Balti

1. Take a large frying pan or balti pan and place it over high heat. Heat the ghee or oil in the pan.
2. Place the chopped onion in the pan and allow it to fry for approximately five minutes, or until the onion begins to become translucent and gradually becomes softer.
3. To incorporate the garlic and ginger, add them and whisk them together. Just about thirty seconds ought to be sufficient. To get rid of the rawness, you simply need to boil it.
4. The tandoori masala and curry powder should be added using a spoon.
5. After that, include the chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, green chilies, and tomato puree into the mixture. In order to incorporate everything, give it a vigorous stir.
6. Include the chicken pieces in the mixture, and then brown them in the onion mixture. To ensure that the chicken browns evenly, stir it regularly.
7. 125 milliliters of water, which is almost half a cup, should now be added. Although you can add extra to help the chicken cook, it is important to remember that baltis are dry curries, so you should avoid adding too much.
8. Maintain a low simmer for around eight minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
9. After one minute of simmering, add the cider vinegar and continue to cook.
10. At the very last moment before serving, sprinkle the coriander over the curry, then season it with salt and pepper to taste, and then, pour in the lime juice.

💭 Recipe Tips:

• Quality of Spices: Use fresh and high-quality spices for the best flavor, especially the tandoori masala and Madras curry powder.
• Control the Heat: Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your heat preference.
• Brown the Chicken Well: Sauté the chicken until it’s nicely browned on all sides for added depth of flavor.
• Don’t Rush the Onions: Cook the onions until they are translucent and soft; this is key for a good base flavor.
• Fresh Garlic and Ginger: Use fresh garlic and ginger for a more authentic taste rather than powdered versions.
• Simmering: Let the chicken simmer gently to ensure it’s cooked through but remains tender.
• Balance of Flavors: The cider vinegar and lime juice add a crucial acidic component, balancing the flavors. Add them towards the end to keep their bright taste.

🍚 What To Serve Chicken Balti?

Serve Chicken Balti with rice, naan bread, roti, a cucumber raita, chutney, a simple green salad, steamed vegetables, or a lentil dal for a complete, satisfying meal.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Chicken Balti?

• Refrigerate: Place leftover Chicken Balti in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• Freeze: Freeze leftover Chicken Balti in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Chicken Balti?

• Stovetop: Gently reheat Chicken Balti in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly warmed add a splash of water or broth if it seems too dry for up 10 minutes.
• Microwave: Place leftovers Chicken Balti in a microwave-safe dish, cover loosely, and heat in intervals, stirring occasionally, until evenly heated for up 5 minutes.

FAQ’S

Try More Hairy Bikers Recipe:

• Hairy Bikers Chicken Stew And Dumplings
• Hairy Bikers Roasted Vegetable Lasagne 
• Hairy Bikers Rhubarb Chutney

Hairy Bikers Chicken Balti Nutrition Fact

Amount Per Serving

• Calories: 304
• Total Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 33mg
• Sodium: 402mg
• Carbohydrates: 44g
• Fiber: 7g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 5g