Here’s a recipe for Chicken Kali Mirch or Black Pepper Chicken:
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, coarsely ground
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, coarsely ground
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, coarsely ground
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, coarsely ground
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 2-3 green chilies, chopped
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, black pepper, cumin, coriander, fennel, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic paste, ginger paste, and green chilies to the skillet and sauté for another minute.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, add the yogurt, and stir well. Cover the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves and serve hot with rice or naan.
Enjoy your delicious Chicken Kali Mirch!

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