Nepali Style Chicken Curry Recipe with Tomato Achar and Rice Cooking Eating in Village Kitchen

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu is lower in fat, and chickpeas are a budget-friendly protein.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier, while canola is more affordable.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and red chili powder; cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.

Add chicken pieces and stir to coat with the spice mixture; cook until lightly browned, about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Add salt to taste and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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