Az' Cookery Club

02/09/2025

🥔🌶🍅 Today’s harvest from my little kitchen garden! 🍅🌶🥔

Picked a quirky tomato (love its shape ❤️), a classic red one, a bright yellow chilli, and even a potato hiding in the soil.

Not a huge haul, but nothing beats the joy of growing your own food — straight from garden to kitchen! 🌱✨

What’s everyone else harvesting this week?
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15/01/2025

Chicken Biryani Recipe

Here’s an easy recipe to make mouthwatering chicken biryani:

Ingredients

For Marinating the Chicken:
• 1 kg chicken (cut into pieces)
• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tsp red chili powder
• 2 tsp biryani masala (or garam masala)
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt (to taste)

For the Rice:
• 3 cups basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes)
• 6 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 4-5 cloves
• 2 green cardamoms
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• Salt (to taste)

For the Biryani:
• 4 tbsp oil or ghee
• 3 large onions (thinly sliced)
• 2 tomatoes (chopped)
• 2 green chilies (slit)
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (chopped)
• A pinch of saffron soaked in 1/4 cup warm milk (optional)
• 1/2 cup fried onions (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
1. In a large bowl, combine chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, spices (turmeric, chili powder, biryani masala, cumin, coriander), lemon juice, and salt.
2. Mix well and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for better flavor).

Step 2: Prepare the Rice
1. Boil water in a large pot and add bay leaf, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, cumin seeds, and salt.
2. Add the soaked basmati rice and cook until it is 70% done (grains should still be firm). Drain the rice and set it aside.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken
1. Heat oil or ghee in a large pan. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
2. Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
3. Add the marinated chicken and cook on medium heat until the chicken is tender and the oil separates from the masala.

Step 4: Layer the Biryani
1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, layer the cooked chicken at the bottom.
2. Add a layer of partially cooked rice on top.
3. Sprinkle chopped coriander, mint leaves, and fried onions. Drizzle saffron milk (if using).
4. Repeat the layering process, ending with a layer of rice.

Step 5: Dum Cooking
1. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. If the lid is loose, seal it with dough to trap the steam.
2. Cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes. This process is called “dum cooking” and helps infuse the flavors.

Step 6: Serve
1. Gently mix the biryani layers before serving to ensure even distribution of flavors.
2. Garnish with additional fried onions and fresh herbs. Serve with raita or salad.

Enjoy your homemade chicken biryani!

14/01/2025

This is a classic and easy chicken curry recipe! Here’s a clear step-by-step guide based on your instructions:

Ingredients:
• 500g chicken cubes
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2–3 garlic cloves, crushed
• ½ tin of chopped tomatoes
• 2–3 tbsp cooking oil
• Less than ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp jeera powder (if available)
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp yogurt
• ½ cup water

(Optional garnish: green chilies, fresh coriander, garam masala)

Instructions:
1. Heat Oil
Heat 2–3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a deep pan on medium heat.
2. Cook Onions
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they start to change color slightly.
3. Cook Chicken
Add the chicken cubes and cook until they are lightly browned or appear partially cooked.
4. Add Garlic & Spices
Stir in the crushed garlic, chili powder, turmeric, ground coriander, jeera powder, and salt. Cook on low heat until the spices are fragrant and the oil separates from the mixture. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
5. Add Tomatoes
Pour in the chopped tomatoes and stir well. Cook until the mixture starts to boil.
6. Add Water & Simmer
Add less than ½ cup of water. Bring the curry to a boil, then lower the heat to medium, cover, and let it cook. Stir occasionally to ensure the curry doesn’t stick to the pan.
7. Incorporate Yogurt
Stir in the yogurt and mix well. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the curry reaches your desired thickness.
8. Adjust Consistency
If the curry is too thick, add a little more water and let it simmer until you achieve the right consistency.
9. Finish & Garnish
Turn off the heat and let the curry rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh coriander, green chilies, and a sprinkle of garam masala if available.

Serve:

Pair this delicious chicken curry with steamed rice, naan, or chapati. Enjoy! .

14/01/2025

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23/12/2023

Sautéed Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Bowl Recipe:

Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 spring onions, sliced
- 2 green chillies, sliced (adjust according to your spice preference)
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the sliced red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, spring onions, and green chilies. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
4. Add minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
6. In a separate bowl, mix the cooked brown rice and quinoa together.
7. Divide the rice and quinoa mixture into serving bowls and top with the sautéed chicken and vegetable mixture.
8. Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley, if desired.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious and nutritious sautéed chicken and vegetable quinoa bowl!

This recipe is a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and nutrients from the chicken, vegetables, and quinoa. It's a wholesome and satisfying meal that will keep you energized and nourished. Bon appétit! 🍗🥦🍚

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