Chicken Curry can be termed as hotshot in a spread .This particular blend of species cooked with chicken gives a luscious curry which is an scrumptious treat to all the chicken lovers. The main or special ingredient is poppy seeds /khus khus which enhances the taste of the curry.
Ingredients :
- Chicken ½ kg
- Onion 1 ( chopped )
- Curry leaves a few
- Cinnamon 1’’
- Red chilly 2-3 (optional )
- Oil 1tbsp
- Salt to taste
- Coriander leaves to garnish
Fry in oil and grind to paste :
- Shallots 10 -15
- Red chilly 10
- Curry leaves a few
- Ginger 12’’
- Garlic 7-8 pearls
- Coriander powder 1 -11/2 tbsp
- Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
- Poppy seeds ¾ tsp
- Coconut 2-3 tbsp ( grated )
Method :
- In a pan or cooker heat oil ,add cinnamon let it splutter.
- Add onions ,red chilly and curry leaves ,allow it to get brown.
- Add the chicken pieces and toss for 2 minutes.(helps to keep the pieces in tact without breaking )
- Add the ground paste ,water and salt .Close and let cook on low flame ,till the meat is soft.
- Check for raw smell ,in case it persists remove the lid and allow it to boil for a couple of more minutes or till oil floats on the surface.
- Drizzle ghee on top (optional /this enhances the taste )
- Garnish with coriander leaves.
Note :
- Poppy seeds usage while grinding ,makes the curry have a creamy texture. Also it gives a cooling effect to the body.
