Gedlibzhe with curry
4 servings
45 minutes
Gedlibje with curry is a fragrant dish of Caucasian cuisine that embodies the harmony of spices and rich flavor. Its roots trace back to traditional recipes of the Caucasian peoples, where chicken is stewed in a delicate sauce made from sour cream and aromatic spices. Curry adds a special depth of flavor to the dish, complemented by the sweet notes of red pepper. The onion sauce with garlic creates a creamy texture that perfectly soaks into the tender meat. This dish not only warms but also impresses with its rich bouquet of aromas. It is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, especially with fragrant fresh herbs. Gedlibje with curry is served with sides like rice or potatoes, allowing one to enjoy the rich taste of every spoonful.
1
To prepare this dish, you will need: pieces of chicken, onion, sour cream, garlic, sunflower oil, salt, red sweet ground pepper, parsley, dill. Salt the chicken pieces and place them in a pan with vegetable oil.
- Chicken: 800 g
- Onion: 3 pieces
- Sour cream: 200 g
- Garlic: 2 heads
- Sunflower oil: 30 ml
- Salt: 2 teaspoons
- Ground red pepper: 3 g
- Parsley: 20 g
2
Cook under the lid for about 30 minutes until almost done.
3
While the chicken is simmering, we start preparing the sauce. We chop the onion. The size of the chop doesn't matter. We put it in a pan with sunflower oil. We add garlic, but it's a matter of taste; it can be omitted.
- Onion: 3 pieces
- Garlic: 2 heads
4
Then fry until golden brown.
- Sunflower oil: 30 ml
5
We make puree from fried onions using a blender.
6
Add sour cream, salt, curry, and red ground sweet pepper to the onion puree.
- Sour cream: 200 g
- Salt: 2 teaspoons
- Curry powder: 1 teaspoon
- Ground red pepper: 3 g
7
Finely chop the greens and add them to the sauce.
- Parsley: 20 g
8
Transfer the sauce components to a saucepan or pot. Add 100 ml of water or broth. If needed, salt and mix well. The sauce is ready.
- Salt: 2 teaspoons
- Sunflower oil: 30 ml
9
Place the stewed chicken in the sauce and simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
