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Korma

Name: Korma
Prep time: 1 h 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken or lamb, cubed; 1/2 cup yogurt; 1/4 cup ground cashews or almonds; 1 onion, sliced; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 cup cream; 2 tbsp ghee; Salt to taste

Creamy and subtly spiced, this korma uses ground nuts and yogurt to create a luxuriously smooth sauce that lets tender meat shine without overwhelming heat. Warm spices like garam masala and coriander build depth while staying approachable and family-friendly. Perfect for introducing friends to Indian cuisine or when you want comfort food that feels special.

Prep

1 hour 15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

1 hour 45 minutes

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Instructions

1
Marinate meat in yogurt, garam masala, coriander powder, and cumin for 1 hour.
2
Heat ghee in a large pan over medium heat and sauté onions until golden brown.
3
Add marinated meat and cook until sealed on all sides.
4
Stir in ground nut paste and cream, then simmer until the sauce is thick and creamy.
5
Season with salt to taste and serve with naan or basmati rice, garnished with toasted almonds.

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