Konkani Chicken

Konkani Chicken is an irresistible spicy delight, featuring chicken simmered in a fiery Konkani masala gravy and enriched with golden brown copra. It's the ultimate masaledaar chatpata feast!

Maharashtrian cuisine, also known as Marathi Cuisine, ranges from mild to mouthwateringly spicy dishes. Rice and bread are staples here. Bhakri, a flatbread made from jowar or bajra, pairs perfectly with bhaaji (vegetables) or zesty chutney!

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Konkani masala

1 teaspoon Red chilli powder

3 Green chillies (crushed)

1 piece Ginger (crushed)

6-8 Garlic cloves (crushed)

½ Tablespoon Copra (coconut dried powder)

Salt - to taste.

1 cup chopped Onions  

Curry leaves - 1 spring.

Cinnamon sticks (1/2 inch) - 5-6 pieces.

2 tablespoons Oil

Chicken - 500 grams.

1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder

Water - as required.

2 Tablespoons Tomato puree  

1/2 teaspoon Garam masala powder

1 tablespoon Coriander leaves (chopped)

Directions

Take copra (dry coconut), grate and brown it well on a hot tawa and keep aside.

Heat oil in a hot pan, add small pieces of cinnamon, curry leaves, chopped onions, salt, and fry until the onions turn golden in color and become crispy.

Add crushed garlic, ginger, green chilies, and saute well until the raw flavors are gone.

Add red chili powder, konkani masala, turmeric powder, and mix all the ingredients well.

Add the chicken pieces and sauté well.

Do not add water as the chicken will ooze out its moisture, reduce the heat, and cover the pan with a lid. Cook for about 10 minutes.

After 10 -12 minutes, open the lid and check the consistency, add some water and mix.

Add tomato puree, garam masala, and the grated browned copra, then simmer for 2 minutes.

Sprinkle chopped coriander mix and switch off the flame.

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