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Gondhoraj Chicken

Recipe by Arpita on InstagramAdded 8 November 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 30 to cook. A fragrant Bengali-style chicken dish infused with the citrusy aroma of Gondhoraj lemon and enriched by a ready‑to‑cook Koshe Kosha gravy. The chicken is fried, seasoned, and simmered in a flavorful sauce for a quick, satisfying meal.

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Method

  1. Heat oil in a pan until it sizzles.

  2. Place raw chicken pieces into the hot oil and fry until lightly browned.

  3. Sprinkle salt over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.

  4. Add the Koshe Kosha Gravy paste to the pan and mix until the chicken is fully coated.

  5. Stir the chicken and paste together, allowing the flavors to meld.

  6. Add a splash of water to the pan and continue cooking until the sauce thickens.

  7. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.

Tips while you cook

Preheat oil fully
Heat the oil until it sizzles before adding the chicken.
Season after browning
Add salt right after the chicken is lightly browned.
Use lid for simmering
Cover the pan while the sauce thickens and the chicken finishes cooking.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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