Til Chicken Dry
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Til Chicken is a magnifique and nutty dish from Northeast India, especially popular in Meghalaya and Assam. It uses black or white sesame seeds as the primary flavoring agent, which creates a rich, dark, and earthy coating on the chicken. The chicken is cooked slow until tender, allowing the natural oils of the sesame to infuse deep into the meat. It’s a very simple preparation that relies on the quality of the sesame and the patience of the cook. There is a beautiful crunch and a deep toasted aroma that makes this dish stand out from typical Indian curries. It’s usually served as a dry snack or as a side to a simple meal of rice and dal.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Black sesame seeds provide a more intense, nutty flavor and a darker look, while white seeds are milder.
- Do not add too much water while grinding the sesame; a thick paste is better for a 'dry' result.
- Slow cooking the chicken in its own moisture is the key to keeping it juicy under the nutty sesame crust.
Nutritional Information(Per 200g)
320 kcal
26g
22g
6g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.