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