Making chicken curry can vary widely depending on personal preferences and regional influences, but here’s a simple and delicious recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
1.5 pounds of chicken (thighs or breasts), cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated or minced
2-3 green chilies (adjust to taste), sliced
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons coriander powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes or 2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 cup coconut milk (optional for creaminess)
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
Heat the Oil: In a large pot or pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
Sauté Onions: Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Add Ginger, Garlic, & Chilies: Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and sliced green chilies. Sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Spices: Add coriander powder, turmeric, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they break down and the mixture becomes thick (about 5-7 minutes).
Chicken: Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat them with the spice mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are browned.
Simmer: Pour in the coconut milk (if using), or add a cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Finish & Serve: Stir in garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the chicken curry with steamed rice, naan bread, or roti. Enjoy your flavorful homemade chicken curry!
Feel free to adjust the spices and ingredients to suit your taste! How do you make your chicken curry?
Making chicken curry can vary widely depending on personal preferences and regional influences, but here’s a simple and delicious recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Heat the Oil: In a large pot or pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
Sauté Onions: Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Add Ginger, Garlic, & Chilies: Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and sliced green chilies. Sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Spices: Add coriander powder, turmeric, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they break down and the mixture becomes thick (about 5-7 minutes).
Chicken: Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat them with the spice mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are browned.
Simmer: Pour in the coconut milk (if using), or add a cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Finish & Serve: Stir in garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the chicken curry with steamed rice, naan bread, or roti. Enjoy your flavorful homemade chicken curry!
Feel free to adjust the spices and ingredients to suit your taste! How do you make your chicken curry?