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Chicken Curry

Cultural Context

Chicken curry is a staple dish in Indian cuisine, known for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. It varies widely across regions, with each area adding its unique twist. Traditionally served with rice or bread, it reflects the diverse culinary heritage of India, influenced by various cultures and ingredients.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 chicken breasts
diced onion
2 teaspoons minced ginger
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoons mild curry powder
1 tablespoon ground coriander
0.5 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons tomato puree
1 can chopped tomatoes (400 grams or 14 ounces)
240 ml chicken stock
1 can full fat coconut milk (400 grams or 14 ounces)
60 grams baby spinach
fresh coriander or cilantro
chili flakes

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians; chicken thighs are more affordable than breasts.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: low-fat coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Low-fat coconut milk reduces calories; evaporated milk is often cheaper.

1

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium to high heat.

2

Boil rice if serving with curry.

3

Add 3 chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until sealed.

4

Add diced onion to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring until the onion starts to soften and becomes translucent.

5

Add 2 teaspoons of minced ginger and 2 cloves of minced garlic to the pan.

6

Add 2 tablespoons of mild curry powder, 1 tablespoon of ground coriander, 0.5 tablespoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon, salt, and pepper to the pan; stir together and cook for a further minute.

7

Add 2 tablespoons of tomato puree, 1 can of chopped tomatoes, 240 ml of chicken stock, and 1 can of full fat coconut milk to the pan.

8

Bring to a gentle bubble and simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through.

9

Check on the thickness of the curry; if thicker consistency is desired, stir in a corn flour slurry made from 1 tablespoon of corn flour and 2 tablespoons of cold water (optional).

10

Stir in 60 grams of baby spinach and turn off the heat.

11

Serve the curry with boiled rice topped with fresh coriander or cilantro and chili flakes if desired.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringgarnishing

Equipment Needed

large frying pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

none

Also Known As

Murgh KariChicken Masala

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