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Posto Chicken

Posto Chicken

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Posto Chicken is a regal, sophisticated, and profoundly aromatic Bengali non-vegetarian masterpiece celebrated for its unique poppy seed base and subtle spices. This recipe features succulent chicken pieces slow-cooked in a shimmering professional-grade sauce made of ground poppy seeds, green chilies, and mustard oil. Known for its sophisticated flavor and popularity as a premium light meat dish in Eastern Indian dining, it represents the soulful heart of heritage Bengali home cooking. Its taste is intensely nutty and creamy, with the poppy seeds providing a unique professional-grade velvety mouthfeel. This dish is a mandatory favorite for special family lunches and healthy celebratory menus. Best enjoyed hot from the professional-grade cauldron with steamed rice.

Posto Chicken Recipe
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Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

500g Chicken, bone-in pieces
1/2 cup Poppy seeds (Posto), ground into paste
3 medium Onions, finely sliced
1 tbsp Ginger paste
4-6 Green chilies, slit
1 tsp Turmeric powder
3 tbsp Mustard oil
Salt to taste
Fresh Coriander for garnish
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh-ground poppy seeds is mandatory for achieving the traditional nutty flavor profile.
  • Ensuring the poppy seed paste is smooth provides the absolute secret to provide a velvety texture.
  • The addition of raw mustard oil for finishing provide the essential pungent lift found in Bengali recipes.
  • Always use hot water for the gravy; this is the key to ensuring the moist and tender chicken.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250g))

Calories

340 kcal

Protein

24g

Fat

20g

Carbs

14g

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