Turkish chicken and okra or courgette casserole with lemon recipe

Turkish Chicken and Okra or Courgette Casserole with Lemon recipe

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This Turkish chicken and okra or courgette casserole with lemon recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The succulent chicken pieces are cooked with tender okra or courgette in a tangy, lemon-infused sauce. This hearty casserole is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of traditional Turkish spices and the freshness of lemon creates a truly enticing dish that will leave you craving for more.

Keywords: Turkish, chicken, okra, courgette, lemon

Turkish chicken and okra or courgette casserole with lemon recipe details

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Ingredients

2 tbsp	ghee
4	chicken legs, cut into 2 parts
2	onions, halved, then cut into slices
3 clove(s)	garlic, minced
1 tbsp	Kirmizi biber (or some fresh chillies)
1 tbsp	coriander seed
1 tbsp	oregano, dried
1 tsp	sugar
1 tbsp	tomato puree
400 g	pureed tomatoes (tetra pack, or fresh)
200 ml	water
500 g	courgette, cut into matchsticks, or okra, leave them whole
6	potatoes, medium size, cut into big cubes
1	lemon, juice of
	salt and pepper
200 g	yoghurt
1 handful	mint leaves, finely chopped

Instructions

Mix yoghurt with salt, pepper and mint and serve with the stew.

Heat up ghee and fry chicken pieces from all sides. Add onions and fry until they are translucent. Add garlic, kirmizi biber (or chilies), coriander, oregano, sugar, tomato puree and tomatoes and cook for a minute. Add hot water, stir, and bring to a boil. Cover pot with a lid and simmer for about 20 minutes, stir occasionally.

Add potatoes, bring to a boil, cover pot and simmer for 20 minutes.

Add courgettes or okras and lemon juice, stir well, season if necessary, and simmer for further 10 minutes.

Season to your taste, and serve with the yoghurt.

Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 1 hr
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a