Simple Chicken Curry

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Heat a large pot over high heat and add the oil.
  2. 2Once the oil is hot, add the chicken with a big pinch of salt.
  3. 3Sauté the chicken over medium-high heat until it is sealed on the outside.
  4. 4Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
  5. 5Using the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, and place it back over high heat.
  6. 6Add the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to brown.
  7. 7Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  8. 8Next, add the spices (garam masala, curry powder, and cumin) and the diced tomatoes.
  9. 9Stir well, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  10. 10Pour in the water and bring to a simmer.
  11. 11Cook for 10–12 minutes until the tomatoes and onions are completely soft.
  12. 12(Optional) For a smooth gravy, blend the sauce at this stage using a hand blender.
  13. 13Add the chicken back to the sauce and continue to cook for 10–12 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
  14. 14Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
  15. 15Serve the curry with rice.
  16. 16Optionally garnish with yoghurt and fresh coriander.

Ingredients

  • 2 red onions, thinly sliced
  • 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 kg chicken thighs, skinless and diced
  • 35 oz chicken thighs, skinless and diced
  • 4 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 400 ml water
  • 14 oz water
  • to taste salt
  • to serve rice
  • optional yoghurt
  • optional coriander for garnish

Equipment

large pothand blender (optional)

Tips

  • You can always put more in, but you can't take it out.
  • Taste as you go.
  • Don't be afraid to leave out or replace chicken with another protein if it's not your preference or available.
  • Avoid using jar sauce.
  • Practice makes perfect in cooking.