Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
500 g

Chicken breasts

chopped

1 unit

Onion

sliced

6 cloves

Garlic

chopped

1 inch

Ginger

chopped

1 tbsp

Raw papaya

paste

0.5 tsp

Kababchini (Tailed pepper)

powdered

0.5 tsp

Cardamom Powder (Elaichi)

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Coriander (Dhania) Powder

1 drop

Mughlai Meetha Attar

1 tsp

Rose water

1 unit

Saffron strands

0.5 tsp

Garam masala powder

0.25 cup

Gram flour (besan)

1 tsp

Salt

1 tbsp

Ghee

for shallow frying

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat a pan and add sunflower oil.

Step 2
~7 min

Add sliced onions to the pan and sauté on low to medium heat until caramelized. Let cool.

Step 3
~7 min

In a mixer grinder, combine caramelized onions, garlic, and ginger. Blend to a smooth paste.

Step 4
~7 min

Pound kabab chini in a pestle and mortar to make a fine powder.

Step 5
~7 min

Add chicken to a food processor and blend to create a smooth mince.

Step 6
~7 min

Add raw papaya paste, garam masala powder, cardamom powder, rose water, saffron strands, mughlai meetha attar, kabab chini powder, coriander powder, gram flour, and salt to the minced chicken. Blend until well combined.

Step 7
~7 min

Transfer the Galouti Kebab mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 8
~7 min

After 2 hours, divide and shape the mixture into round kebabs.

Step 9
~7 min

Place the Chicken Galouti Kebab on a preheated pan, drizzle with ghee, and pan fry until golden brown on both sides.

Step 10
~7 min

Transfer the Chicken Galouti Kebab to a serving platter and serve hot.

Step 11
~7 min

Serve as an appetizer with Pudina Dahi chutney and Pickled Onions or with a meal of Nawabi Tawa Paratha, Dum Pukht Gosht and Carrot Cucumber Tomato Salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinating the chicken for longer enhances the flavor.

Ensure the pan is not too hot to prevent burning.

Use fresh, high-quality spices for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and refrigerated before frying.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Aromatic Spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with chutney and pickled onions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Nawabi Tawa Paratha
Dum Pukht Gosht
Carrot Cucumber Tomato Salad with Lemon and Coriander

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Lucknow, India

Cultural Significance

A royal dish, showcasing the culinary finesse of Lucknowi cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Weddings
Special Occasions

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Dinner Party
Eid
Wedding

Popularity Score

70/100

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