Indian Chicken Curry
4 servings The ultimate comfort food in one pot! Juicy chicken drumsticks simmered in a rich, aromatic gravy, packed with bold Indian spices. This homestyle curry is full of warmth, depth, and flavor—perfect with steamed rice or fresh naan! x saved The Headless Chef Resident Chef February 5, 2025 25 min.40 min.1/5 25 min. 40 min. 1/5 Ingredients: Ingredients 8 chicken drumsticks1 red onion - peeled and chopped2 green chili pepper1 TBSP of garlic paste (or the equivalent of fresh-pressed or fresh-grated garlic)1 TBSP of ginger root paste (or the equivalent of freshly grated ginger root)2 tomato - chopped (medium size)2 TBSP of oil (any kind) (adjust if needed)1 bay leaf - fresh or dry3 whole cloves3 whole cardamom seeds (preferably green)¼ whole cinnamon stick1 TBSP of ground coriander½ TSP of red chili pepper - powder½ TSP of ground turmeric salt - to taste½ TSP of garam masala (seasoning)½ cup of water - boiling hot (preheat in electric kettle, in microwave or on the stove) (adjust if needed) cilantro - chopped 8 chicken drumsticks 1 red onion - peeled and chopped 2 green chili pepper 1 TBSP of garlic paste (or the equivalent of fresh-pressed or fresh-grated garlic) 1 TBSP of ginger root paste (or the equivalent of freshly grated ginger root) 2 tomato - chopped (medium size) 2 TBSP of oil (any kind) (adjust if needed) 1 bay leaf - fresh or dry 3 whole cloves 3 whole cardamom seeds (preferably green) ¼ whole cinnamon stick 1 TBSP of ground coriander ½ TSP of red chili pepper - powder ½ TSP of ground turmeric salt - to taste ½ TSP of garam masala (seasoning) ½ cup of water - boiling hot (preheat in electric kettle, in microwave or on the stove) (adjust if needed) cilantro - chopped Tools: 1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Large Sauce Pan (6QT)1x Cooking Spoon (or wooden spoon) 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Large Sauce Pan (6QT) 1x Cooking Spoon (or wooden spoon) Directions: 1. Make the Onion Paste: Let’s start the preparation of Indian Chicken Curry! Grind onion and green chilies into a smooth paste. 2. Sauté the Whole Spices: Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add bay leaf, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon, letting them sizzle. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add bay leaf, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon, letting them sizzle. 3. Cook the Onion Base: Add the onion-chili paste, followed by garlic and ginger paste. Sauté until the mixture turns light golden brown. Add the onion-chili paste, followed by garlic and ginger paste. Sauté until the mixture turns light golden brown. 4. Add the Tomatoes and Spices: Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until soft. Add coriander powder, chili powder, and turmeric, cooking until fragrant. Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until soft. Add coriander powder, chili powder, and turmeric, cooking until fragrant. 5. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken drumsticks, stirring to coat them in the spices. Let them cook for a few minutes until lightly browned. Add the chicken drumsticks, stirring to coat them in the spices. Let them cook for a few minutes until lightly browned. 6. Simmer the Curry: Add a hot, cover with a lid, and let simmer. Stir occasionally, cooking until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. Add a hot, cover with a lid, and let simmer. Stir occasionally, cooking until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. 7. Finish with Garam Masala and Coriander: Stir in garam masala and let cook for another 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro. Stir in garam masala and let cook for another 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro. 8. Serve and Enjoy Indian Chicken Curry: Pair with steamed basmati rice, roti, or naan and enjoy the flavors! About the Author: The Headless ChefResident Chef # 2 42 Followers Published Recipes: 29Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Wellington, New ZealandMember since: 2024-09-10 Published Recipes: 29 Av. 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