Mr. Specky Tomyam Seafood Restaurant Butter Chicken

What is Butter Chicken

Butter chicken is a popular dish served in Malaysian restaurants that is adapted to suit local tastes. Malaysian-style butter chicken typically consists of boneless chicken that has been marinated in a blend of spices, including turmeric, cumin, and coriander. The chicken is then grilled or roasted until it's tender and flavorful.

The sauce for Malaysian butter chicken is creamy and rich, made with a combination of butter, cream, and a tomato-based sauce that's flavored with a variety of spices like cumin, cinnamon, and cardamom. The sauce has a mild and slightly sweet taste with a subtle hint of spiciness.

Unlike traditional Indian butter chicken, the Malaysian version usually doesn't have a smoky flavor from being cooked in a tandoor oven. Instead, the chicken is typically grilled or roasted separately before being added to the sauce.