Masala Chicken

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons oil
• 1 large onion, sliced finely
• 1 tablespoon garlic, crushed
• 1 tablespoon ginger, crushed
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1 kg skinless chicken, bone in (drums or thighs)
• 1 tablespoon coriander powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 4 tablespoons curry powder (to taste)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
• 1/2 cup water, if needed
• coriander leaves, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a large pan and saute garlic, onion, ginger and cumin seeds for about 2 or 3 minutes, taking care that nothing burns.

2. 2

   Add chicken, mix well and fry for 5-6 minutes.

3. 3

   Add coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric and chili powder (if using) and saute for about 3 minutes. Cover and leave for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add in the curry powder and fry for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add water if needed. This depends on how much gravy you want. Cover and let the chicken cook, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   When done, stir in chopped coriander leaves and serve with rice or naan.