Chicken and Banana Flower "Koldil Chicken"
Koldil Chicken is a dish made with chicken and banana flower. It is a popular dish in Assam and is typically served with rice. The banana flower is chopped and cooked with chicken, onions, and a blend of spices, giving the dish a unique flavor. Koldil Chicken is often enjoyed during festivals and celebrations in Assam.
Equipment
- 1 Largen Pan
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken cut into medium-sized pieces
- 1 large banana flower chopped
- 2 onions chopped
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 2-3 green chilies chopped
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp mustard oil
- Fresh coriander leaves chopped for garnishing
Instructions
- Clean the banana flower by removing the outer petals and the stamen. Cut the inner petals into thin strips and soak them in water with a little bit of salt and turmeric powder for 10-15 minutes. Drain the water and set the banana flower aside.
- Heat the mustard oil in a pan and add chopped onions. Fry the onions until they turn golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and fry for another minute.
- Add the chicken pieces and fry for 5-7 minutes until they turn golden brown.
- Add chopped tomatoes, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Mix everything well and cook for 10-12 minutes on medium heat until the tomatoes turn mushy and the chicken is cooked.
- Add the chopped banana flower and green chilies and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice.
Notes
Koldil Chicken is a delicious and nutritious Assamese dish that can be enjoyed as part of a healthy and balanced diet. The combination of chicken and banana flowers provides a good balance of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a healthy option for people of all ages.