Authentic Bihari Chicken Curry (बिहारी चिकन करी)

A deeply flavorful, rustic chicken curry from Bihar, India, made with slow-cooked onions, whole garlic bulbs, and a robust blend of spices. No tomatoes, yogurt, or cream—just pure, traditional taste. Perfect with rice or roti.

MediumIndian (Bihari)Serves 5

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Source Video
23m
Prep
1h 12m
Cook
11m
Cleanup
1h 46m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$13.85
Per serving:$2.77

Critical Success Points

  • • Heating mustard oil to smoking point and cooling before use.
  • • Cooking onions until deeply softened and golden brown.
  • • Letting chicken cook in its own juices before adding spices.
  • • Adding spice paste only after water has evaporated and oil separates.
  • • Sautéing masala until oil separates for best flavor.

Safety Warnings

  • • Heating mustard oil to smoking point can cause smoke—ensure good ventilation.
  • • Be cautious when handling hot oil and whole spices.
  • • Chilies and pepper can irritate skin and eyes—wash hands after handling.
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