Chicken Wings Curry - Indian Style
Recipe Summary
- A delicious and simple Indian-style chicken wings curry made with a rich, flavorful gravy from caramelized onions and a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Mustard Oil 3 TBSP
- Whole Garam Masala (Cinnamon, Cloves, Cardamom) Few Nos
- Sliced Onions 4 NOS
- Ginger Garlic Paste 1 TBSP
- Cumin Powder (Jeera) 1 TSP
- Coriander Powder (Dhania) 1 TSP
- Red Chilli Powder 1 TSP
- Meat Masala 1 TSP
- Turmeric Powder (Haldi) 1/2 TSP
- Chicken Wings 500 GM
- Salt 1 TSP
- Water 500 ML (100 ML + 400 ML)
- Garam Masala Powder 1/2 TSP
- Green Chilli 1 NOS
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
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 Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Sauté Aromatics and Onions
Heat 3 tbsp of mustard oil in a pan. Once hot, add a few whole garam masala spices. Then, add 4 sliced onions and sauté on high flame for until they turn light brown.
Step 2: Cook Ginger-Garlic Paste
Add 1 tbsp of ginger-garlic paste to the browned onions. Sauté on medium flame for until the raw smell disappears.
Step 3: Add Powdered Spices
Add 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, 1 tsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp meat masala, and 1/2 tsp turmeric powder. Sauté on medium flame for .
Step 4: Cook the Masala
Pour in 100 ml of water and continue to sauté the masala on medium flame for until the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
Step 5: Sauté the Chicken
Add 500 gm of chicken wings and 1 tsp of salt to the pan. Mix well to coat the chicken with the masala and sauté on medium-high flame for .
Step 6: First Cook with Lid
Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low flame for . Make sure to stir in between to prevent sticking.
Step 7: Add Water for Gravy
After , remove the lid and stir the chicken. Add 400 ml of water, stir well, and bring it to a boil on high flame.
Step 8: Simmer Until Cooked
Cover the pan again and let it simmer on low flame for , or until the chicken is tender and the gravy has thickened. Stir occasionally.
Step 9: Final Seasoning
Uncover the pan. Add 1/2 tsp of garam masala powder and 1 slit green chilli. Stir gently and cook on medium flame for another .
Step 10: Serve
The chicken wings curry is ready. Serve it hot with rice or roti.
Pro Tips
• Sautéing the onions until light brown is crucial for the base flavor of the gravy.
• Stir the chicken occasionally while it's covered to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
• Adjust the amount of red chilli powder and green chilli to your preferred spice level.
Recipe Variations
• You can use other chicken parts like drumsticks or thighs for this recipe.
• Add a tablespoon of yogurt along with the powdered spices for a creamier gravy.
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