Chicken Madras: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe You Must Try
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1-2 green chilies, slit (optional, for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime (optional)
Instructions
Here’s how to make Chicken Madras:
- Marinate the Chicken (optional): In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with half of the chili powder, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat Oil: In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Cook Onions: Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Spices: Add the remaining chili powder, coriander, and cumin. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Tomatoes: Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes, stirring well to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
- Add Chicken: Incorporate the marinated chicken into the pan, mixing well with the sauce.
- Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk and bring it to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 20 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and chili if needed. Add slit green chilies for extra spice if desired.
- Garnish: Just before serving, squeeze lime juice over the dish and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
This step-by-step guide will lead you to a delightful Chicken Madras every time!