Curry (siswati Curry)

Curry is a popular dish in Eswatini cuisine, known for its rich and flavorful combination of spices and ingredients. This Siswati Curry recipe offers a delicious taste of Eswatini's culinary heritage.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Eswatini Siswati Cuisine Curry Main Dish Spicy
Curry (siswati Curry)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes and coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Simmer the curry for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  7. Serve the Siswati Curry hot with rice or flatbread.

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
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Siswati Curry is best served with steamed rice and a side of sambal for an authentic Eswatini dining experience.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add extra cayenne pepper or chopped chili peppers to the curry.

Cost

$15