Andhra Chicken Curry
Fiery Kodi Kura — tender chicken pieces simmered in a scorching Guntur chilli and onion gravy, tempered with whole spices and curry leaves.
Cuisines
Andhra
Telangana
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 55 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 500 grams | chicken, cut into pieces |
| 2 tablespoons | oil |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 2 medium | onions, finely chopped |
| 1 tablespoon | ginger-garlic paste |
| 2 medium | tomatoes, chopped |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 2 teaspoons | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | coriander powder |
| 1 teaspoon | garam masala |
| 1 cup | water |
| — | salt to taste |
| 2 tablespoons | fresh coriander leaves, chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds.
- 2 Once the cumin seeds splutter, add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 3 Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
- 4 Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and oil starts to separate.
- 5 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 6 Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat them with the spice mixture.
- 7 Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes until it turns white and starts to brown slightly.
- 8 Add water and cover the pan. Let it simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 9 Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and mix well.
- 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Tips
For a richer taste, add a splash of coconut milk towards the end of cooking.