Malai Boti

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Malai Boti


Ingredients

1. *For the marinade:*

    1. 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

    2. 1/2 cup plain yogurt

    3. 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

    4. 2 tablespoons ginger paste

    5. 2 tablespoons garlic paste

    6. 1 teaspoon cumin powder

    7. 1 teaspoon coriander powder

    8. 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

    9. 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

    10. 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder

    11. Salt, to taste

    12. 2 tablespoons butter or oil

    13. 2 tablespoons malai (clotted cream) or heavy cream

    14. Chopped corriander, for garnish


2. *For the malai sauce:*

    1. 1 cup heavy cream

    2. 2 tablespoons butter

    3. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

    4. 1 teaspoon cumin powder

    5. 1 teaspoon coriander powder

    6. Salt, to taste

    7. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

    8. 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

3. *Optional ingredients:*

    1. Chutney (e.g., mint, corriander, or tamarind)

    2. Naan or paratha bread

    3. Sliced onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes


Instructions

1. *Prepare the marinade*: In a blender or food processor, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.

2. *Marinate the chicken*: In a large bowl, combine the marinade, chicken, and malai (clotted cream). Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight.

3. *Preheat the grill or pan*: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (180°C/350°F) or heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan.

4. *Thread the chicken*: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.

5. *Grill the chicken*: Grill for 6-8 minutes per side or cook in a pan for 5-7 minutes per side, until cooked through.

6. *Prepare the malai sauce*: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add heavy cream, whisking continuously. Add cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until thickened.

7. *Assemble and serve*: Serve grilled chicken boti with malai sauce, garnished with chopped corriander. Offer chutney, naan/paratha bread, and sliced onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes.