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How to Make a Healthy, Authentic Chicken Madras in 10 Minutes | Traditional Recipe | Chef Hussain

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Chicken Madras

Cultural Context

Originating from the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Chicken Madras is a spicy curry that showcases the bold flavors of South Indian cuisine. Traditionally, it is made with a variety of spices and coconut milk, reflecting the region's rich culinary heritage. Today, Chicken Madras has gained popularity worldwide, often adapted to suit local tastes while still retaining its signature heat and aromatic profile.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons ginger
2 tablespoons garlic
2 tablespoons tomato
freshly squeezed lemon juice
300 grams chicken
1/2 tablespoon mixed curry powder
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
approximately 2 cups water
kasoori methi (dried fenugreek)
salt to taste
coriander for garnish

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan gently.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of ginger and 2 tablespoons of garlic to the oil and fry slightly.

3

Add 2 tablespoons of tomato and stir gently.

4

Squeeze in some fresh lemon juice.

5

Add 1/2 tablespoon of mixed curry powder and 1/2 tablespoon of chili powder, adjusting for heat preference.

6

Add approximately 300 grams of chicken to the pan and turn the heat to medium.

7

After a minute, add approximately 2 cups of water, adjusting for sauce thickness preference.

8

Stir gradually to dissolve the spices in the water and create a sauce.

9

Turn the heat high and let the chicken cook until almost done.

10

Add kasoori methi (dried fenugreek) and let the sauce boil.

11

Lower the heat and let it simmer slowly until the sauce thickens.

12

Add salt to taste and garnish with coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Madras Chicken CurryChicken Curry Madras

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