Chicken Madras Curry
Chicken Madras Curry is a delicious and spicy South Indian dish made with chicken, tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, and a blend of aromatic spices such as coriander, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder. It is typically cooked in a rich and flavorful sauce made with coconut milk or yogurt. The dish is known for its bold flavors and is usually served with rice or naan bread.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs, boneless skinless cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 1 can coconut milk (14 oz)
- 2 tablespoons Madras curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until they start to break down.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink on the outside.
- Add the Madras curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the chicken in the spices.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring the curry to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the Chicken Madras Curry hot over rice or with naan bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
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Nutrition
Calories: 428kcal (21%)Carbohydrates: 12g (4%)Protein: 40g (80%)Fat: 26g (40%)Saturated Fat: 19g (119%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 109mg (36%)Sodium: 222mg (10%)Potassium: 1129mg (32%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 674IU (13%)Vitamin C: 16mg (19%)Calcium: 69mg (7%)Iron: 6mg (33%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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