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Chicken Dhansak

Chicken Dhansak

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Chicken Dhansak is a classic Parsi dish known for its rich combination of lentils, tender chicken, and aromatic spices. This traditional Chicken Dhansak recipe blends chicken with cooked dal, vegetables, and a fragrant masala to create a hearty Parsi chicken dhansak curry. Many home cooks search for an authentic Chicken Dhansak recipe at home to recreate the comforting restaurant style Chicken Dhansak served in Parsi and Indian restaurants. The dish is loved for its unique balance of spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Often paired with brown rice, this Parsi style Chicken Dhansak makes a wholesome and satisfying meal. If you enjoy rich lentil-based curries, this Chicken Dhansak curry recipe is definitely worth trying.

Chicken Dhansak Recipe
Authentic Parsi Dhansak
Lentil Chicken Curry
Traditional Parsi Chicken
Best Chicken Dhansak
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Regional Parsi Main Course
Dhansak Masala Chicken
Healthy Lentil Chicken
Sunday Parsi Special
Prep Time40 mins
Cook Time50 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyHard
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Ingredients

800g Chicken, bone-in
1 cup Mixed Lentils (Tur, Masoor, Val, Moong)
250g Pumpkin and Brinjal, cubed
2 large Onions, chopped
2 tbsp Dhansak Masala
1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
1 tsp Turmeric
1 tbsp Tamarind pulp
1 tbsp Jaggery
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using pumpkin and brinjal is the secret to achieving the traditional thick and earthy body of the Dhansak gravy.
  • Always mash the lentils thoroughly; the final dish should have no whole grains of dal visible.
  • The combination of tamarind and jaggery provides the essential sweet-sour balance found in authentic Parsi homes.
  • Slow-simmering after adding the lentils is crucial for the chicken to absorb the complex flavors.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 serving)

Calories

390 kcal

Protein

28g

Fat

18g

Carbs

32g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.