Delicious Cashew Chicken Curry

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter butter
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 8 chicken thighs
• salt and pepper
• 3 medium onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (can use more)
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger (can use more)
• 1-4 tablespoon curry powder (can use more)
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 (28 ounce) can chopped whole tomatoes (undrained)
• 1 1/2 cups cashew nuts (roasted or raw)
• 1 cup plain yogurt (use full-fat)

Directions

1. 1

   In a food processor pulse the cashews until a very fine; set aside.

2. 2

   Heat butter and oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat.

3. 3

   Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper then brown on both sides; remove to a plate.

4. 4

   Add in onions, garlic, ginger and dried pepper flakes; saute until softened (about 4 minutes).

5. 5

   Add in curry powder and cumin; cook and stir for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Add in the chicken pieces back to the pot and toss to coat.

7. 7

   Add in the tomatoes with juice; bring to a simmer, cover and simmer for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally, season with salt to taste.

8. 8

   Just before serving, add in the ground cashews along with the yogurt; mix to combine and simmer uncovered over low heat for 4-5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.

9. 9

   Serve with cooked basmati rice or white rice.