Ultimate Saffron-Infused Korma Kashmiri

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, skinless, cut into pieces
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust for spice preference)
• 3 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely sliced
• ½ cup blanched almonds, ground into a paste
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ teaspoon saffron threads, soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk
• ½ cup water or chicken stock
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish