Malvani Style Chicken Kombdi Vade

Malvani Style Chicken Kombdi Vade is a traditional dish from the Malvani cuisine, known for its bold flavors and aromatic spices. This dish combines tender chicken cooked in a rich coconut-based gravy, served with crispy and fluffy vade, a type of fried bread.

Malvani Style Chicken Kombdi Vade

Ingredients

  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 tbsp Malvani masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 2-3 vade (fried bread)
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with Malvani masala, turmeric, and red chili powder for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onions until golden brown.
  3. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it changes color.
  4. Then, add the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
  5. Add grated coconut and cook for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Pour in water, cover the pan, and let the chicken cook until tender.
  7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with vade.

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
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pan Knife Cutting board Bowl for marination

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Malvani Style Chicken Kombdi Vade pairs well with steamed rice or bhakri, a traditional Indian flatbread.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the spice levels according to your preference, and make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving.

Cost

$15