Karnataka Style Natu Kodi Koora

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Ingredients

500 grams	natu kodi (country chicken)
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 stick	cinnamon
3 pods	cardamom
2 cloves	cloves
2 large	onions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons	ginger-garlic paste
3 large	tomatoes, finely 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. 1 Clean and cut the natu kodi (country chicken) into medium-sized pieces.
2. 2 Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
3. 3 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves. Fry for a few seconds until aromatic.
5. 5 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
6. 6 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
7. 7 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and oil starts to separate.
8. 8 Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
9. 9 Add the chicken pieces and mix to coat them with the masala.
10. 10 Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11. 11 Add water, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
12. 12 Sprinkle garam masala and mix well.
13. 13 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.