BADAMI KORMA - Cook With Faiza

Ingredients

• 4 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup badami (almond) kernels, soaked and then fried in oil until golden brown
• 3 tbsp ghee or clarified butter
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 green cardamom pods, crushed
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 star anise
• 1/2 tsp ground mace
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp red chili powder (optional)
• 1 cup plain yogurt, mixed with 1 tbsp lemon juice and salt to taste
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or double cream
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves for garnish