Lemon chicken

INGREDIENTS:


5 chicken drumsticks and 5 thighs, skinned.

1/4 cup olive oil.

1 inch ginger root, grated.

4-6 garlic cloves, crushed.

1 green chillie, seeded and finely chopped.

1/2 tsp turmeric powder.

1/2 tsp ground cumin seeds.

1 tsp coriander powder.

1/2 tsp chillie powder.

1-1 1/2 cups water.

1/2 tsp Grated lemon peel.

Juice of 2 lemon.

4-5 sprigs of cilantro leaves, chopped.


Method:
Pat dry the chicken pieces with paper towel.

Heat oil on a skillet, add chicken pieces and fry turning frequently, until browned all over. Remove the chicken pieces and set aside. Add the grated ginger, crushed garlic and fry. Stir in all the dry ingredients and fry for a minute. Return chicken to pan add water, lemon peel and juice. Bring to a boil, cover, cook over medium heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring ocassionally until the chicken is tender. Stir in chopped cilantro leaves and mix well. Serve hot. Garnish with lemon slices.


"ENJOY COOKING AND EATING"