Chicken Curry (kundapura Koli Saaru)

This flavorful and spicy chicken curry is a popular dish from the Karnataka Cuisine, specifically from the Kundapura region. It is known for its rich and aromatic gravy, made with a blend of traditional Indian spices.

Non Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Karnataka Chicken Curry Spicy
Chicken Curry (kundapura Koli Saaru)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp red chili powder
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  2. Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Sauté for a few minutes.
  3. Now, add the chicken pieces and cook until they turn white.
  4. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
  5. Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
  6. Add coconut milk and garam masala. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the gravy thickens.
  7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Pan Spatula Chopping board Knife

Tools

Stove Cooking pot

Serving suggestions

Serve the chicken curry with steamed rice or Indian bread like roti or naan.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken with yogurt and spices for a few hours before cooking.

Cost

$15