Chicken and Potato Curry with Coconut Milk – Indian Style
For Marination
For Curry
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken (bone-in, skin off, cut into parts) with 4 green cardamoms, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 3 teaspoons coriander powder, 2 teaspoons ginger garlic paste, and 1/4 cup oil. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken.
Sear the Chicken
Heat a large skillet or pan over above medium heat. Add the chicken to the pan. Cook for about , turning the chicken pieces over every couple of minutes until lightly browned on all sides.
Add Vegetables
Add 1 cup of sliced onion, 5 whole fresh chilies (or to taste), and 3-4 cups of chunky cut potatoes to the pan. Mix everything well with the chicken. Cook for on medium-ish to slightly above medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Simmer with Water
Pour 3 cups of water into the pan. Stir to combine. Maintain the current heat and let it for about , stirring every now and then. This helps the potatoes start cooking.
Add Coconut Milk
Add 2 cups of coconut milk to the curry. Stir gently. the heat to a . Continue to cook for another , or until the potatoes are tender and the curry has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
Final Check and Serve
Check the curry for salt and adjust if necessary. Turn off the heat. Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro or a sprinkle of garam masala. Serve hot with bread or rice.
Before You Cook
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No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Coconut milk?
- Equal parts heavy cream + 1/2 tsp coconut extract
- Whole milk + 1 tsp coconut oil (per cup)
Variations
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- Add cilantro or garam masalaCustomise
Add cilantro or garam masala at the end for extra flavor.
- Use different types of chiliesCustomise
Use different types of chilies for varying heat levels.
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