Summer Learning Journey Activity 2 Day 4

Activity 2: Pancakes and Maple Syrup?

Aotearoa New Zealand is home to many spectacular sights and natural wonders. One of these is the Punakaiki Rocks and Blowholes located on the West Coast of the South Island. The Punakaiki rocks attract tourists from all over the world who are keen to see these amazing rock formations. Many people think that they look like pancakes stacked on top of one another. Pancakes are one of my favourite foods! They are delicious and pretty easy to make.

For this activity you are asked to choose one of your favourite foods. On your blog, write the name of your favourite food and then tell us how to make it. You may need to ask a family member, friend or Google (!) for help, if you do not normally make this food for yourself.

My favourate food is Butter chicken with Garlic Noun Bread. This is my favourite food because I love all the flavour that is combined together...It is really tasty and moist no dry parts can ever be found in a Butter chicken Meal. It looks like its just me in my fmaily that LOVES butter chicken we don't really have it at home but we always have it when we go out to Sylvia Park. Here is a ingrediant I found that is similar to the one from Sylvia Park Mt wellington.

INGREDIANTS:

• 6 tablespoons butter, divided
• 2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 1″ chunks
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tbsp garam masala
• 1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce**** (or one 14 oz can would work)
• 2 cups cream*
• salt & pepper
• lime & cilantro, for garnish
• naan & rice for serving

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Using 2 Tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the pieces of the chicken so each side is browned. They do not need to be fully cooked all the way through. Work in batches, and set aside when you’re done.
2. Melt another 2 Tbsp of butter in the pan over medium heat. Add the onion, and cook until beginning to soften — about three minutes. Add the garlic, garam masala, ginger, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne. Stir to combine, and cook for about 45 seconds before adding the tomato sauce.
3. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for five minutes before adding the cream. Bring the mixture back to a simmer, add the browned chicken, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Keep the heat low here — not a rolling boil.
4. Stir in the remaining 2 Tbsp of butter, and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
5. Serve garnished with lime and cilantro, alongside rice and naan.