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Chicken Methi Stir Fry

Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast, dinner|lunch
Servings 4
Calories 226 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 500 gmd Chicken boneless chopped in medium size pieces and boiled
  • Fenugreek Leaves washed and chopped-1 cup
  • 1 Onion,large finely chopped
  • 3-4 Garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tsp Ginger grated
  • ½ tbsp Flax seeds
  • ½ tsp Cumin seeds/Jeera
  • 1 tsp Red Chilli powder/adjustable
  • ½ tsp Turmeric powder/Haldi
  • 1 tsp Garam masala powder
  • 1 tbsp Fresh coconut grated
  • Lemon juice-to taste
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • Salt- to taste to taste
  • *To enhance the flavour of the dish 2 tsp of kasuri methi can be added with fenugreek leaves .

Instructions
 

  • In a pan, heat the oil, then add the flax seeds and cumin seeds and let them sputter.
  • Toss in the chopped onions and fenugreek leaves and stir well to incorporate.
  • Stir in the red chilli powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala powder until thoroughly combined. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes.
  • Combine the boiled chicken pieces and grated coconut and mix well.
  • Add water to achieve the required consistency, reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon juice, and serve immediately with your favourite millet chapati..

Notes

Highlights
  • Chicken is rich in proteins, niacin, selenium, and phosphorus.
  • Flax seeds provide immune-boosting and brain-protective omega 3 fatty acids, which improve the quality of this quick and healthy recipe.
  • Fenugreek leaves' high soluble fibre content slows digestion and glucose absorption, resulting in a slower rate of digestion.
  • Coconut's manganese and antioxidants may help strengthen your immune system and minimise inflammation.
NUTRIENT VALUES PER SERVING
Energy
226 kcal
Carbohydrate
4 g
Protein
25 g
Fat
11 g
Calcium
23.4 mg
Iron
0.7 mg
Total Fiber
2.0 g
Soluble Fiber
0.5 g