Best The Maharajas Chicken Curry Recipes

MAHARAJA CURRY

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"This is a really nice Indian recipe, taught to me by an elderly Indian lady, who used to cook for all her family. It is a simple recipe and tastes lovely served with rice. You can also use mutton instead of chicken."

Provided by Jane Gib

Categories European

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seed
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
5 peeled peeled seeded and chopped tomatoes
1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed

Steps:

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in cumin seed and cook until they start to pop, 20 to 45 seconds. Stir in onion, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Season with turmeric, cayenne, garam masala, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
Puree the mixture with the tomatoes in a blender until smooth. Return the puree to the saucepan, and add the chicken. Simmer gently until the chicken has cooked, about 20 minutes; add water as needed while cooking to maintain desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.3, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 82.6, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 6.5, Protein 25.9

INDIAN CHICKEN CURRY II

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This is an adaptation of yellow chicken curry from India. The aromas and flavors are a delight to the senses! It is best served with fresh Naan bread and Jasmine or Basmati rice.

Provided by Amanda Fetters

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon white sugar
salt to taste
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup plain yogurt
¾ cup coconut milk
½ lemon, juiced
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until lightly browned. Stir in garlic, curry powder, cinnamon, paprika, bay leaf, ginger, sugar and salt. Continue stirring for 2 minutes. Add chicken pieces, tomato paste, yogurt, and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
Remove bay leaf, and stir in lemon juice and cayenne pepper. Simmer 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 37.9 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 268.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g