Butter Chicken Masala That Turns Simple Cooking into a Restaurant-Like Experience
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Every Indian household has a food memory that instantly brings comfort, warmth, and a smile. For many of us, that memory is wrapped in the rich, velvety, and aromatic taste of Butter Chicken. Be it a grand celebration or a simple Sunday afternoon, Butter Chicken holds a legacy of indulgence, tradition, and sheer delight.
Shahi Riwayat brings you a Butter Chicken Masala that does more than just flavor your curry it resurrects those moments, those aromas that wafted from your grandmother’s kitchen, and the joy of licking your fingers clean as a child while the adults laughed over second servings.
From Dilli’s Bylanes to Your Plate: The Origin Tale
Butter Chicken, or Murgh Makhani, was born out of a beautiful accident in the kitchens of Moti Mahal in Delhi during the 1950s. It was created to prevent tandoori chicken from drying out. Chefs combined leftover chicken with a rich tomato-based gravy loaded with cream and butter. The result? A dish that became an emotion.
At Shahi Riwayat, we honor that legacy. Our Butter Chicken Masala is carefully crafted with a blend of handpicked spices, roasted to perfection, and ground in traditional stone mills to preserve their true aroma and flavor. We don’t just recreate history, we relive it with every packet.
Butter Chicken & Sunday Lunches: A Match Made in Heaven
Do you remember how Sundays felt at home? The kitchen is alive with activity, the sound of onions sizzling in ghee, and that unmistakable fragrance of garam masala and tomatoes cooking slowly into a perfect bhuna base? The excitement of Butter Chicken being on the menu meant extra rounds of roti, late afternoon naps, and satisfied smiles.
With Shahi Riwayat’s Butter Chicken Masala, you don’t need to wait for restaurant reservations. Just open a pack, follow our simple recipe, and in less than 40 minutes, your kitchen will smell like the heart of Old Delhi.
A Masala That Understands You
Butter Chicken is not just a dish; it’s a canvas of emotions. Some like it with a slight sweetness, others with a kick of chili. Our Butter Chicken Masala is thoughtfully balanced to let you play with it. Add cream for richness, a pinch of sugar for sweetness, or an extra green chili if you're in the mood for a thrill. We give you the royal base; the throne is yours to sit on.
Ingredients That Tell a Story
Every ingredient in our masala is an ode to tradition:
- Salt for balance
- Chilli for heat
- Turmeric for color and warmth
- Cumin for earthy undertones
- Black Pepper for a gentle spice
- Black Cardamom for deep smokiness
- Cinnamon for a hint of sweetness
- Cardamom for floral brightness
- Ginger Powder for warmth and depth
- Garlic Powder for that bold, pungent note
These spices are not just ingredients; they are storytellers, narrating tales from ancient bazaars and royal banquets.
Restaurant-Like Experience at Home? Absolutely.
What makes restaurant Butter Chicken so good? Is it the creamy texture? The perfect balance of spices? Slow cooking? Yes, yes, and yes. Shahi Riwayat’s masala gives you the foundation that chefs have guarded for decades. Add fresh tomato puree, butter, cream, and marinated chicken and you’ll have guests asking, Where did you order this from?
Secret Tip: Add a Spoonful of Memory
Want to make your Butter Chicken extra special? Call your mom. Ask her what she used to do differently. Maybe she added a bit of honey, maybe she used homemade butter, or maybe she just had magic in her hands. Our masala is your tool, but nostalgia is your secret ingredient.
Pair It Like the Royals Do
No Butter Chicken experience is complete without its faithful companions:
- Jeera Rice for that fluffy, aromatic bed
- Lachha Paratha or Naan to scoop up every last drop
- Sliced Onions and Lemon for that crunch and zing
Host a mini daawat at home. Light a candle. Play some old Bollywood tunes. Let the aroma of Shahi Riwayat Butter Chicken Masala transform your home into a Mughal durbar.
Why Shahi Riwayat?
We’re not just a brand. We’re a legacy.
- Authentic Recipes passed down through generations
- Quality You Can Taste, with no fillers or artificial colors
- Tradition in Every Pinch, curated for today’s kitchens
We believe food is not just nourishment; it is connection, culture, and comfort. Our masalas are born out of respect for culinary history and the joy of everyday meals.
Cooking Instructions: Royalty Doesn’t Mean Complexity
Here’s how to cook it like a pro:
1) Marinate the chicken with 3 tbsp ginger garlic paste and salt. Keep aside for 30 minutes. Heat ½ cup oil, add marinated chicken. Stir fry for 5 minutes and keep aside.
2) In 1 litre water, add tomatoes, onions, coriander stems, garlic, ginger, cashews, green chillies, salt and ½ packet of Shahi Riwayat Delhi Butter Chicken Masala and cook until the tomatoes are cooked and mushy. Cool it down and grind to a fine paste. Strain it through a sieve and keep aside.
3) Heat 2 tbsp oil, 4 tbsp butter and add remaining half packet of Shahi Riwayat Delhi Butter Chicken Masala dissolved with ¼ cup water. Stir fry for some time and add ground paste. Cover and let it cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes until oil separates and rawness of tomatoes goes away.
4) Add fresh cream, honey and salt. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
5) Add in cooked chicken pieces and mix everything well.
6) Delicious Butter Chicken is ready to be served
Chef's tip: For best results, cook as per the steps mentioned above.
Enjoy every bite like it’s your first Butter Chicken ever.
Shahi Riwayat’s Butter Chicken Masala is not just a product; it’s a bridge between the past and present. It’s your ticket to recreate magic in your kitchen. Whether you’re an experienced cook or just learning to make your way around the kitchen, our masala meets you where you are and elevates your culinary game.
Because in the end, what we remember are not just the meals, but the moments they created.
So go ahead. Bring home a packet. Cook up nostalgia. Serve a royal experience. And make your kitchen smell like a palace.
