Authentic Andaman Chicken Curry with Warm Steamed Rice
Experience the unique coastal flavors of the Andaman Islands with this aromatic chicken curry infused with fresh coconut and island spices. Perfectly paired with warm steamed rice, it offers a delightful tropical comfort.
60min
Total Time
4
Servings
Andaman
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Grind half of the grated coconut into a smooth paste and set aside.
2
Heat coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and add the whole spices until they crackle.
3
Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
4
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cooking for another minute until raw aroma disappears.
5
Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes turn mushy and oil separates.
6
Add the chicken pieces and sear them well with the masala for 5 minutes.
7
Pour in the coconut paste and about one cup of water, mix well, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is tender.
8
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with warm steamed rice.
Ingredients
500 grams chicken, cut into pieces
1 cup fresh coconut, grated
2 onions, finely sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
2 green chilies, slit
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1.5 teaspoons coriander powder
2 tablespoons coconut oil
Whole spices (1 bay leaf, 2 green cardamoms, 1 cinnamon stick)
Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing
Salt to taste
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