Chicken In A Cashew Sauce

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lb chicken breast fillet, cubed
• 8 ounces mushrooms
• 1/3 cup cashew nuts
• 2 tablespoons golden raisins (sultanas)
• 1 large onion
• 2 tablespoons tomato puree
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon plain yogurt
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe

• 1 puree onions in blender till just smooth.
• 2 add tomato puree, cashews, garam masala, garlic, chili powder, coriander powder, lemon juice, turmeric, salt and yoghurt and blend for a minute.
• 3 in a large pan, heat oil on medium heat, and pour the onion-spice mixture into it.
• 4 saute gently for 2 minutes, adjusting the heat if needed.
• 5 add the chicken cubes and golden raisins and continue to stir-fry for a minute.
• 6 add the mushrooms, pour in the water, and allow to simmer covered over medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes.
• 7 when chicken is cooked and sauce has thickened, remove to serving dish, garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve.