Authentic Mangalorean Kundapura Chicken Curry with Warm Ghee Dosa
Experience the vibrant coastal flavors of Karnataka with this spicy and aromatic Kundapura chicken curry. Perfectly paired with lacy, warm ghee dosas, it offers a deeply satisfying culinary journey.
65min
Total Time
4
Servings
Mangalorean
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Dry roast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, and dried Byadgi chillies until aromatic.
2
Grind the roasted spices along with grated coconut and tamarind into a smooth paste using a little water.
3
Heat coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed pan and sauté the sliced onions until translucent and golden.
4
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
5
Add the chicken pieces and sear them in the onion-tomato mixture for 5 minutes.
6
Pour in the ground coconut masala paste and mix well to coat the chicken.
7
Add water and salt to achieve the desired gravy consistency, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until the chicken is tender.
8
Serve hot alongside warm, crispy ghee dosas.
Ingredients
700g chicken, cut into pieces
1 cup freshly grated coconut
8-10 dried Byadgi chillies
2 tbsp coriander seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
1 small ball of tamarind
1 large onion, finely sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
3 tbsp coconut oil
Salt to taste
4 warm ghee dosas for serving
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.