Authentic Malvani Kombdi Rassa with Bhakri
Experience the vibrant coastal flavors of Maharashtra with this fiery, coconut-based chicken curry served alongside rustic jowar bhakri. Packed with aromatic Malvani masala, it offers a deeply satisfying and soul-warming culinary journey.
75min
Total Time
4
Servings
Maharashtrian
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Dry roast grated coconut in a pan until golden brown, then set aside.
2
In the same pan, roast sliced onions with a little oil until caramelized.
3
Dry roast whole spices including red chillies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel, cloves, cinnamon, and peppercorns until fragrant.
4
Grind the roasted coconut, caramelized onions, roasted spices, and ginger-garlic paste into a smooth, thick paste using minimal water.
5
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and sauté a handful of chopped onions until translucent.
6
Add the chicken pieces and sear on medium heat until the color changes and juices seal.
7
Stir in the Malvani masala, turmeric powder, and salt, cooking for two minutes until oils separate.
8
Add the ground coconut-spice paste to the pot and sauté well with the chicken for 5-7 minutes.
9
Pour in warm water to adjust the gravy consistency, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat until the chicken is tender.
10
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with traditional bhakri and lemon wedges.
Ingredients
750g chicken with bone, cut into pieces
2 cups freshly grated coconut
2 large onions, thinly sliced
6-8 dried Kashmiri red chillies
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
4-5 cloves
1-inch cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons Malvani masala
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
3 tablespoons oil
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Lemon wedges for serving
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.