Sri Lankan Chicken Curry

Sri Lankan Chicken Curry is a delicious and aromatic dish made with tender chicken pieces cooked in a flavorful blend of spices such as coriander, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and cardamom, along with coconut milk and curry leaves. It's a popular dish in Sri Lankan cuisine known for its rich and complex flavors.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine Asian, Sri Lankan

Servings servings

Calories 598 kcal

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken cut into pieces
1 large onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 inch ginger grated
2 tomatoes chopped
1 can coconut milk (14 oz)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
Salt to taste
Fresh curry leaves
Fresh cilantro for garnish

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Instructions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for a minute until fragrant.
Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Stir well to combine.
Add chicken pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down.
Pour in the coconut milk and add curry leaves. Stir well and season with salt.
Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.
Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 598kcal (30%)Carbohydrates: 11g (4%)Protein: 31g (62%)Fat: 49g (75%)Saturated Fat: 26g (163%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 167mg (56%)Sodium: 158mg (7%)Potassium: 813mg (23%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 801IU (16%)Vitamin C: 13mg (16%)Calcium: 61mg (6%)Iron: 5mg (28%)

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