Chicken Posto (Bengali Style Poppy Seed Chicken Curry) Recipe

About this recipe

A rich and aromatic Bengali breakfast dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy poppy seed gravy, cooked in mustard oil for an authentic touch.

Ingredients

• 250 Gms Poppy Seeds
• 500 ml Water
• Pcs Chings Masala Chicken Chilli
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 250g Green Chilli
• - Onion
• 250g Garlic
• 250g Ginger
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 10G Salt
• 500 G Sugar

Instructions

1. Step 1: Drain the soaked poppy seeds and blend them into a smooth paste, adding a splash of water if needed.
2. Step 2: Heat mustard oil in a pan until it reaches its smoking point, then reduce the heat.
3. Step 3: Add cumin seeds to the oil and let them splutter.
4. Step 4: Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger to the pan. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
5. Step 5: Add turmeric powder and stir well.
6. Step 6: Add chicken pieces to the pan. Sauté until the chicken starts to brown lightly.
7. Step 7: Add the poppy seed paste, green chilies, and water. Mix well to form a smooth gravy.
8. Step 8: Season with salt and sugar, then cover and let it simmer on medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Step 9: Once the chicken is cooked and the gravy reaches the desired consistency, remove from heat.
10. Step 10: Serve hot with steamed rice or freshly made luchis.