Butter Chicken in Altea, Costa Blanca

# Butter Chicken in Altea, Costa Blanca

# Introduction to Butter Chicken As the owner of Indian Elephant Restaurant in Altea, I'm often asked about our signature dishes. One that stands out is our butter chicken, a classic Indian recipe that never fails to impress. The dish originated in Delhi, where it's known as murgh makhani, and has since become a staple of Indian cuisine around the world. ## Cooking Butter Chicken To cook our butter chicken, we start by marinating tender chicken pieces in a mixture of yogurt, lemon juice, and spices. We then grill the chicken to perfection and simmer it in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with butter, cinnamon, and cardamom. The result is a dish that's both flavorful and aromatic, with a depth of flavor that's hard to resist. Living in Altea on the Costa Blanca, I'm lucky to have access to fresh, high-quality ingredients, including tomatoes from local farms in the nearby town of Calpe. During the summer months, when the tomatoes are at their sweetest, our butter chicken is especially popular with guests who come to enjoy the warm weather and beautiful beaches, like the Playa de la Roda in Altea. ## Why Guests Love Butter Chicken So why do our guests love our butter chicken so much? For one, it's a dish that's both familiar and exotic, with a flavor profile that's comforting and exciting at the same time. We also take great care in preparing each dish, using only the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques to ensure that every bite is a delight. Whether you're a local or just visiting Altea, our butter chicken is a must-try dish that's sure to leave you wanting more.

Frequently Asked Questions

### What is butter chicken? Butter chicken is a popular Indian dish made with marinated chicken cooked in a creamy tomato sauce with butter and spices.

### Where can I find Indian Elephant Restaurant? Indian Elephant Restaurant is located in Altea, on the Costa Blanca in Spain, near the Playa de la Roda beach.

### What ingredients are used in butter chicken? Butter chicken is made with chicken, tomatoes, butter, cream, and spices, including cinnamon and cardamom, sourced from local suppliers whenever possible.