Easy & Customisable Jalfrezi Recipe – A Bold & Flavourful Dish
A classic Indian dish packed with vibrant bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a delicious and satisfying meal!
Preparation Time: 5–20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30–40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Jalfrezi:
- 1 kg chicken, boneless and cut into bite-sized pieces (or use lamb/vegetables)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers (any colour), thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 green chillies, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chilli powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- Cooking oil
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Vegetables (Optional):
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, carrots, peas, cauliflower, and beans), chopped
- 1 cup paneer, cubed (optional)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix the chicken with half of the ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt.
- Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook the Chicken
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. Prepare the Base
- In the same pan, add more oil if needed.
- Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add Aromatics
- Stir in the remaining ginger-garlic paste and chopped green chillies.
- Sauté for a couple of minutes until the raw smell disappears.
5. Add Spices
- Add coriander powder, cumin powder, and garam masala.
- Cook for a minute to release the flavours.
6. Add Vegetables
- Stir in the sliced bell peppers and cook until slightly tender.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, with oil separating from the masala.
7. Combine with Chicken
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan.
- Mix well to combine the chicken with the spices and vegetables.
8. Simmer
- Add salt to taste and let the curry simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Allow the flavours to meld and the chicken to absorb the spices.
9. Garnish and Serve
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with rice or naan.
Tip: Adjust spice levels to your preference for the perfect balance of heat and flavour!
Enjoy your homemade Jalfrezi!
