Chicken Kori Rotti

Chicken Kori Rotti is a traditional dish from the Mangalurean Catholic Cuisine, known for its rich and flavorful taste. This dish consists of tender chicken curry served with crispy rice wafers called "rotti".

Non Vegetarian Main Course Mangalurean Catholic Mangalurean Cuisine Chicken Curry Rotti Spicy
Chicken Kori Rotti

Ingredients

  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
  • 8-10 pieces of kori rotti (crispy rice wafers)

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. Next, add the tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and garam masala. Simmer for another 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the curry thickens.
  6. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with kori rotti.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pan Chopping board Knife Spatula

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Chicken Kori Rotti with a side of sliced onions, cucumber, and a wedge of lemon.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Ensure the chicken is cooked through and the curry has a thick consistency for the best flavor.

Cost

$15