Chicken Dhansak Parsi
Parsi chicken dhansak is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken, lentils, and aromatic spices, traditionally served with Parsi brown rice.
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Instructions
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Wash lentils thoroughly and combine with chicken stock, salt, and 1 cup of water in a deep pan; bring to a boil and cook until soft, adding more water if necessary.
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In a separate pan, dry roast the specified spices (excluding turmeric and nutmeg) over medium heat until fragrant; cool, then grind into a fine powder and mix with turmeric and nutmeg.
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Once the lentils are soft, whisk them to achieve a smooth, thick, soup-like consistency.
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Heat cooking oil in a pan, then fry fresh coriander, fenugreek, and mint leaves until soft; cool, then process into a smooth paste.
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Combine the whisked lentils with ginger, garlic, and tamarind pastes in a deep pan, bringing the mixture to a boil while stirring frequently.
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Stir in 1 cup of water, the prepared spice powder, the herb paste, additional salt if required, and the chicken pieces.
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Simmer the mixture until the chicken is fully cooked, adding water as needed to maintain a medium-thick consistency, then serve hot.