Nepali Chicken Achar (Kukhura Ko Achar)

Ingredienti

• 500 g chicken thighs
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp sichuan pepper (timmur)
• 1/2 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 10 cloves garlic, thinly sliced (35g)
• 1.5 inch ginger, sliced thinly (23g)
• 10 red chili
• 1 1/2 tbsp vinegar

Preparazione

1. 1

   --- Marinate the chicken ---

2. 2

   In a bowl, marinate the chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces . Add spices and Mix well so every piece is coated and let it sit for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   --- Air fry the chicken ---

4. 4

   Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

5. 5

   Air fry the chicken for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through.

6. 6

   The chicken should be cooked through and slightly golden.

7. 7

   --- Dry roast the achar masala ---

8. 8

   In a dry pan over low heat, roast the spices until fragrant.

9. 9

   Stir often so nothing burns, especially the fenugreek which turns bitter fast.

10. 10

    Remove the spices and on the same pan dry roast chili.

11. 11

    Let the spices and red chili cool for a few minutes, then blend or grind them into a coarse powder.

12. 12

    --- Crisp the garlic and ginger ---

13. 13

    Heat oil in a pan.

14. 14

    Add the garlic and ginger, and fry until lightly crispy and fragrant.

15. 15

    Remove from the pan and set aside.

16. 16

    --- Combine everything ---

17. 17

    In the same oil, add the ground achar masala and other spices cook on low heat for about 20 to 30 seconds, just until you smell it bloom.

18. 18

    Next add the air-fried chicken and mix until every piece is coated in the masala.

19. 19

    Next, add the crispy garlic and ginger, then season with salt to taste.

20. 20

    Mix everything through, take it off the heat, and let it cool down before stirring in the vinegar.

21. 21

    Transfer the chicken achar into a glass container or jar and enjoy.