Kolhapuri Chicken Curry – Spicy and Flavorful Maharashtrian Chicken Curry
Spicy and aromatic Maharastrian Chicken Curry Recipe. This Restaurant Style Chicken Curry in Kolhapuri style will win hearts!
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken – 500 grams cut into medium pieces
- 3 tbsp Kolhapuri Masala Kanda Lasun Masala (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder – 1/4 tsp
- 2 to 3 tbps Oil for cooking
- ½ Onion finely chopped
- 1 Bay Leaf
- Salt to taste
For the Masala Paste
- ½ cup Dry Coconut
- 1 medium Onion sliced
- 2 tsp Coriander Seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 2 tsp Sesame Seeds
- 1 pod Garlic
- 1 inch Ginger chopped
- 1 medium Tomato chopped
- Coriander Leaves – a handful
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Marinate 500 grams of chicken with salt and turmeric. Set aside for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
Prepare the Masala Paste
- To begin, dry roast the coconut, onion, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and sesame seeds in a pan until they turn aromatic. Next, when cool transfer the ingredients into a mixer jar. Add the garlic, ginger, coriander leaves, and tomato before blending them into a smooth paste using a little water. Now, heat oil in a pan and add the ground masala paste. Fry for a few minutes until oil oozes at the sides. Then add the Kanda Lasun masala (Kolhapuri Masala) and continue frying for a few seconds. Add a dash of water to prevent burning the masala paste.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat oil in a deep pan and add the chopped onion and bay leaf. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown. Add the chicken pieces and cook on medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until done.
Add the Masala Paste
- Next, add the prepared masala paste into the chicken and mix well. Pour in enough water to achieve the desired consistency. Cover and let the curry simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until the chicken becomes tender and absorbs all the rich flavors.
Garnish & Serve
- Finally, adjust salt to taste and garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve this delicious Kolhapuri Chicken Curry hot with steamed rice, roti, or naan for an authentic experience.
Notes
- Use a reputed brand of Kanda Lasun Masala for authentic flavour.
- Adjust spices and salt to suit your taste
- Saute masala well till oil separates