AUTHENTIC DURBAN CHICKEN CURRY

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Authentic Durban Chicken Curry is a pungent dish comprised of chicken simmered in a spicy gravy. It does not contain any saccharine ingredients. Key ingredients include garamasla, finely chopped onions and tomatoes, curry leaves and coriander.

Provided by georgiacooks

Time 45m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 chicken pieces cut into smaller portions
1 teaspoon ginger and garlic
Half cup peas
4 medium potatoes quartered
2 medium sized onions sliced fine
1 teaspoon garamasala
1 tablespoon Chicken curry masala or chilli powder of choice
2 ripe tomatoes
desired limit salt (I used 1 teaspoon)
6 curry leaves (optional)
1 bunch fresh coriander
2 tablespoons oil
500ml water

Steps:

  • Add half teaspoon oil to a heated heavy based pan. Brown the chicken pieces on both sides for a minute or two.
  • Lower the heat. Remove the chicken from the pan. Add finely chopped onions. Fry for 2-3 minutes until soft. Add remaining oil. Add ginger and garlic.
  • Add powdered spices. Mix. Braise for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add half cup water. Mix. Add chopped tomatoes. Mix. Add chicken pieces. Add another cup water. Mix.
  • Add potatoes and peas. Add salt. Add remaining water. Cover and allow to cook on medium heat for 25-30 minutes.
  • Serve warm with rice and carrot salad.

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