Chicken Curry With Tamarind Recipes

Ingredients :

1. 1.5 lbs Chicken skinless, bone-in cut into medium sized pieces
2. 1 cup grated coconut (frozen is fine, or use dried coconut flakes)
3. 2″ cinnamon stick
4. 6 cloves
5. 4-5 dried red chilies
6. 1 tsp cumin seeds
7. 10-12 whole peppercorns
8. 1 tsp fennel seeds
9. 2 whole star anise
10. 1.5 tbsp coriander seeds
11. 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
12. 6 cloves of garlic
13. 1.5 cups finely chopped onions
14. 1 tbsp tamarind paste
15. Salt to taste
16. 2 tbsp oil

Preparation Steps :

1. Heat 1sp oil in a pan and fry the coconut on medium heat till it turns brown
2. Keep aside
Dry roast ingredients 3-10 in the same pan till aromatic
3. Grind in a spice grinder to form a smooth powder.
Grind the fried coconut, garlic, turmeric powder, prepared spice powder and just enough water to form a really smooth paste.
Heat the remaining oil in a large saucepan and saute the onions till brown.
Add the spice paste and saute stirring frequently for about 6-7 minutes till oil starts to separate.
Add the chicken pieces and mix well
4. Saute for 3-4 minutes.
Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil
5. Add the tamarind paste and salt to taste and simmer for about 10 minutes till the chicken is cooked.
Serve hot with rice or bread or dosas.