My middle son returned home frequently between finding a new abode, and on one of these occasions, found out I had become more experimental in the kitchen. This son was a meat and 3 veg like his Dad had been and he found it difficult to convert to spaghetti Polonaise,Lasagna, Butter chicken, and stir fries. He soon found out that it was easier for him to adjust to the meals than to cook for himself ,with his then limited knowledge. This was 15 years ago, and I will have to admit he made a superb spaghetti polonaise, even if I do say so myself!!!!!. BUTTER CHICKEN. INGREDIENTS: 2 chicken breasts
50gbutter
1 large onion finely chopped
1 large clove garlic , crushed
1teaspoon each:chilli powder,turmeric,cumin,ground ginger, nutmeg.
1/2teaspoon pepper ,1/2 salt.
1/2 cup cream
2tablespoons tomato paste.
1/2teaspoon garam masala.
METHOD: Skin chicken breasts, and slice each into strips, or cubes whichever you prefer. Coat each piece in combined chilli powder, turmeric,nutmeg,ginger,salt pepper and cumin. Melt butter in saucepan, add onion and garlic, cook until soft. Add chicken, stirring until golden. Add tomato paste and garam masala.Stir in cream, then simmer gently for approx 10minutes. Serve with your choice of rice.
