Ingredients
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5 tablespoons oil
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1 large onion, sliced finely
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1 tablespoon garlic, crushed
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1 tablespoon ginger, crushed
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1 teaspoon cumin seed
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1 kg skinless chicken, bone in (drums or thighs)
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1 tablespoon coriander powder
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1 tablespoon cumin powder
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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4 tablespoons curry powder (to taste)
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 cup water, if needed
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coriander leaves, to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan and saute garlic, onion, ginger and cumin seeds for about 2 or 3 minutes, taking care that nothing burns.
- Add chicken, mix well and fry for 5-6 minutes.
- Add coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric and chili powder (if using) and saute for about 3 minutes. Cover and leave for 5 minutes.
- Add in the curry powder and fry for 5 minutes.
- Add water if needed. This depends on how much gravy you want. Cover and let the chicken cook, stirring occasionally.
- When done, stir in chopped coriander leaves and serve with rice or naan.