Chicken Masala: A Flavorful Indian Curry

Chicken masala is a popular Indian curry dish that’s made with chicken, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. The rich and creamy sauce, often made with coconut milk or cream, is what gives chicken masala its signature flavor.

Ingredients:

• 500g chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup coconut milk or cream
• 1/4 cup water
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil

Instructions:

1. Sauté spices: Heat the oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Then, add coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala. Sauté for another 30 seconds.
2. Add onions and garlic: Add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions become soft and translucent.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste: Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
4. Add chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until browned on all sides.
5. Add coconut milk or cream: Pour the coconut milk or cream into the pan and stir to combine.
6. Simmer: Add the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
7. Add cilantro and serve: Stir in the chopped cilantro and adjust the salt to taste. Serve hot with naan, roti, or rice.

Tips:

• For a spicier chicken masala, add more red chili powder or some chopped green chilies.
• You can add other vegetables like potatoes or peas to the chicken masala for a more filling meal.
• Serve chicken masala with a side of raita or mint chutney.

Enjoy your delicious chicken masala