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There are so many different types of “Chicken Curry” or “Curry Chicken” recipes as there are people! As an example, in this chicken curry Indian recipe, just throw in some yogurt, mint, fenugreek leaves or even veggies and watch this dish change color and taste. Some people argue over what is authentic chicken curry, but in our opinion there is no such thing because every region has it’s own authentic chicken curry recipe.
Let’s all agree, it’s one hot and spicy Chicken Curry. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
Skinless Chicken - 2 lbs, cut
Water - 2 cups (approx)
Oil - 2 tbsp
Cinnamon stick - 2″pc
Black Cardomom - 1
Cloves - 5
Green Cardamom - 2
Bay Leaf - 2
Peppercorns - 1/4 tsp
Onions - 3, medium, chopped
Crushed Tomatoes - 1, 14 oz can
Garlic - 1 heaping tbsp, chopped
Ginger - 1 heaping tbsp, chopped
Salt - to taste
Red Chili Powder - 1/2 tsp
Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp
Garam Masala - 1tsp
Cumin Powder - 1 tsp
Corriander Powder - 1.5 tsp
Green Chili - to taste (optional)
Cilantro - for garnish, finely chopped
Method:
1. Wash the Chicken and drain the excess water well.
2. Heat a pan on medium heat.
3. Once hot, add in the Oil (hold back 1 tsp for later).
4. Allow it to heat up and add in Cloves, Peppercorns, Bay leaves and Green Cardamom.
5. Fry for about 30 seconds and then add in the Onions.
6. Add a little salt to experdite the cooking process. Mix well.
7. Cook for 3-5 minutes and add in the Ginger, Garlic and Green Chilis.
8. Cook and stir frequently. Allow the Onions to brown but not burn.
9. Add in the crushed tomatoes and cook until the oil starts seperating from the mixture. Stir frequently as tomatoes tend to burn quick.
10. Once the Oil starts seperating, turn off the flame and allow the masala to cool down a bit.
11. Blend the Masala into a smooth paste. Keep aside.
12. Heat the pan once agin and add in the balance of the Oil (1 tsp).
13. Once the Oil is hot, add in the Cinnamon Stick and the Black Cardamom.
14. Cook for 30 seconds and add in Turmeric Powder.
15. Mix and add in the Masala Paste.
16. Add Red Chili Powder, Coriander powder and Cumin Powder.
17. Add a little bit of water to avoid the Powders burning and to help them mix in the Masala well.
18. Once it is well mixed, add in the Chicken and allow it to seal.
19. After the chicken has turned white, add in the desired amout of water.
20. Mix well and add Salt. Mix again.
21. Cover and cook till it is done, stirring frequently inbetween.
22. Garnish with Cilantro (and a dash of Lime Juice!).
23. Serves 6.
Tips:
1. For this Chicken Curry recipe, chicken with or without bones can be used.
2. Healthiest part of the chicken is the breast but the thighs and drumsticks tend to the more tender and tastier.
3. This is a great recipe for the Fozen Masala…just throw in the chicken, water, dry spices and cook till it is done.
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April 21st, 2008 at 5:55 pm
Anuja and Hetal, That was a very delicious looking chicken gravy curry. I will try it, thnx for sharing the recipe guys!
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April 27th, 2008 at 9:20 pm
I’m making this right now-currently in the Masala cool down phase before putting it in the food processor. I noticed that my masala looks a little wetter than that shown in the video, even though I at least had it on the stove for 10-15 minutes after adding the tomato sauce. I think my med heat isn’t high enough.
Also, I noticed you dropped the “add crushed tomatoes” (should be before Step 10).
Cheers and thank you!
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April 27th, 2008 at 9:22 pm
Yikes - I mean before Step 9!
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May 9th, 2008 at 4:00 am
i cant wate to try it my faimley loves spicy food but i raly dont soo im going to try it but i have to say it looks delishes and u guys presents perficly!!!!!
Anjna Sampely
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July 19th, 2008 at 12:31 am
Just finished all the work and am simmering it now. All I have to say is WOW! I added red pepper flakes and some pickled peruvian hot peppers to increase the spice. I tasted it just a second ago and man is it good + spicy.
The only thing I would recommend is 1/2 the cloves (unless you love clove flavored curry). They tend to overpower the other spices and take away from the subtle flavor of a damn hot curry. I’ve saved this recipe for the next time I’m in the mood for a burning ring of fire
/my $0.02c
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August 2nd, 2008 at 5:12 pm
Garam Masala is not mentioned in the cooking steps but it is listed as an ingreedent
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September 20th, 2008 at 1:33 am
On the Video, they say to add the garam masala at the point where you add in the water to the chicken (step 19 & Step 20) and add the salt.
I just found this website by accident today and I have been watching the various videos and can’t wait to try the recipes out!! Both of you are great and make indian cooking less intimidating and easy!! Can’t wait to see what you guys show us next! :o)
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October 29th, 2008 at 8:19 am
Your website is simply amazing.. your recipes and tidbits have saved me a lot of effort and keeps my husbands taste buds tantalizing
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November 3rd, 2008 at 6:11 pm
Hi,
I am newly married and do not know how to cook to save my life. This site has been so helpful, making dishes in simple steps with very good tips. I have to say you have got me interested in cooking and am looking foward to try this recipe out.
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February 10th, 2009 at 1:53 pm
Hi,
This is the first video recipe I tried and I made it Saturday, Sunday, and again last night. It turned out better each time and I was able to complete it in 35 minutes the last time. It turned out delicious, and was as good as we had in most restaurants! Thank you, I will continue to try your recipes in the future.
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February 11th, 2009 at 1:42 am
simply delicious
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March 5th, 2009 at 3:25 am
thanks for a great recipe!!! I am just learning to cook Indian food. my husband and i find the videos very helpful. thanks again
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April 3rd, 2009 at 7:15 pm
hi to both of you,…..
I tried this recipe and its SIMPLY EXCELLENT!!!
Thanks a lot to you both.
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April 30th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
Hi,
Incase we try this recipe with Mutton, do we need to add tenderizer at all?
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May 26th, 2009 at 12:36 pm
Hi Anuja and hetal,
I have a question today, about masala powders.i always have extra non veg masala powders in my pantry.just noticed couple of them got expired a month ago .Ex: best before mar-2009.what should i do now?help me.
Nicki5
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hetal Reply:
May 27th, 2009 at 6:21 pm
Hi Nicki,
Spice powders do not ever really go “bad”. They usually just lose their potency. You may have to use more of it. Sometimes with fragrant spices, they will be of no use once the fragrance is gone. Just smell the powder. If it still has a good smell, you can still use it. If you don’t smell the nice aroma of spices, then you’ll have to throw it out.
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May 30th, 2009 at 3:42 am
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June 19th, 2009 at 2:24 am
Indian curries are great….aren’t they?
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June 24th, 2009 at 5:07 am
hi hetal and anuja,
could u please post the recipe of kadai chicken and shezwan fried rice.
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anuja Reply:
June 24th, 2009 at 3:09 pm
Will put it on our list:)
Have a few other Chinese dishes coming up soon!
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