how to cook easy and taste tamarind chicken curry (restaurant style ) by Latha channel

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while thighs are more economical.

Heat 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, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add green chilies and chopped tomatoes, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in coriander, cumin, turmeric, and salt, cooking for another minute.

Add chicken pieces, stirring to coat with spices, and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in tamarind paste and water, stirring to combine.

Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Stir in coconut milk and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

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