MASALA CHICKEN

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Another of my Indian cooking class tutor's recipes. I have a grinder so grind the seeds to make powder as stated, otherwise using store-brought powder is fine. With the chicken, you can easily substitute boneless.

Provided by LilKiwiChicken

Categories     Curries

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, sliced finely
1 tablespoon garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon ginger, crushed
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 kg skinless chicken, bone in (drums or thighs)
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 tablespoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
4 tablespoons curry powder (to taste)
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
1/2 cup water, if needed
coriander leaves, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pan and saute garlic, onion, ginger and cumin seeds for about 2 or 3 minutes, taking care that nothing burns.
  • Add chicken, mix well and fry for 5-6 minutes.
  • Add coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric and chili powder (if using) and saute for about 3 minutes. Cover and leave for 5 minutes.
  • Add in the curry powder and fry for 5 minutes.
  • Add water if needed. This depends on how much gravy you want. Cover and let the chicken cook, stirring occasionally.
  • When done, stir in chopped coriander leaves and serve with rice or naan.

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