For [Group 1: Marinade]
2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground paprika
1/4 tsp ground mace
3 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
For [Group 2: Korma gravy]
1/2 cup yogurt
2 tbsp white poppy seeds
2 tbsp lightly roasted almonds
3/4 large onion (blocks to go in the blender)
For [Group 3: Frying]
1/4 large onion (thin sliced)
1/2 cup ghee or butter
1 tsp whole or lightly crushed peppercorns
5-8 whole cardamoms
5-8 cloves
3 dried bay leaves
For [Group 4: Late additions]
8 mini potatoes with skin (optional)
5-8 whole Indian or Thai green chilies (optional)