Authentic Chicken Curry - Indian Style
Recipe Summary
- A rich and flavorful chicken curry, cooked with a blend of aromatic spices, onions, tomatoes, and ginger-garlic paste. This traditional dish is perfect for a hearty meal, offering tender chicken in a thick, savory gravy.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Olive Oil 50ml
- Onions 3 (diced)
- Ginger Paste 1 tsp
- Garlic Paste 1 tsp
- Tomato Puree 1 tbsp
- Green Chillies 2 (chopped)
- Tomatoes 3 (diced)
- Chicken 1 kg (cut into pieces)
- Water 500ml
- Coriander 2 tbsp (chopped)
All Ingredients - Spices
- Salt 1 tsp
- Chilli Powder 1 tsp
- Turmeric Powder (Haldi) 1 tsp
- Garam Masala 1 tsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Sauté Onions
Heat 50ml of olive oil in a pan. Add 3 onions and cook on medium heat until they turn golden brown.
Step 2: Add Aromatics and Tomato Puree
Add 1 tsp of ginger paste, 1 tsp of garlic paste, 1 tbsp of tomato puree, and 2 chopped green chillies to the pan. Cook for , stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and the raw smell disappears.
Step 3: Incorporate Tomatoes
Add 3 tomatoes to the pan. Cook for until the tomatoes soften and break down, forming a cohesive base.
Step 4: Season with Spices
Stir in 1 tsp of salt, 1 tsp of chilli powder, 1 tsp of turmeric powder (haldi), and 1 tsp of garam masala. Cook the spices for , ensuring they are well combined with the tomato-onion mixture and the oil begins to separate.
Step 5: Brown the Chicken
Add 1 kg of chicken pieces to the pan. Cook for , stirring frequently, until the chicken changes color and is well coated with the spices.
Step 6: Simmer the Curry
Pour in 500ml of water. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on medium heat for , allowing the chicken to cook through and the flavors to meld.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Remove the lid, stir the curry, and garnish with 2 tbsp of fresh chopped coriander. Stir gently to combine. The chicken curry is now ready to serve.
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