Spiced Karnataka Chicken With Lush Coconut Rice Recipe

About this recipe

A rich and flavorful chicken curry infused with Karnataka-style spices, paired with fragrant coconut rice for a hearty and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 250 ml Coconut Milk
• 150 Gms Cloves
• 500 ml Water
• Pcs Chings Masala Chicken Chilli
• - Onion
• 250g Garlic
• 250g Ginger
• 1 piece Coconut
• 250g Green Chilli
• 100 g Coriander Seeds
• 75 G Cinnamon Stick/ Dal Chini 75 Grams
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 20G Curry Leaves
• 500 g Rice
• 10G Salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan. Add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and cumin seeds. Sauté until aromatic.
2. Step 2: Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies, sautéing for another 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until lightly browned. Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
4. Step 4: Blend the grated coconut, coriander seeds, black peppercorns, and a little water into a smooth paste. Add this paste to the pan and mix well.
5. Step 5: Pour in the coconut milk and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the curry thickens.
6. Step 6: Meanwhile, prepare the coconut rice. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in another pan. Add curry leaves and sauté briefly. Add soaked rice and stir for a minute.
7. Step 7: Add 2 cups of water and salt to the rice. Cook covered on low heat until the rice absorbs the water and is fully cooked.
8. Step 8: Plate the coconut rice alongside the chicken curry and garnish with fresh curry leaves.