Chicken Curry With Kala Masala

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Wondering how to add some different flavour to your same old chicken curry? Here is a recipe to help you out. Chicken curry with kala masala is a delicacy in the Khandesh region of Maharashtra. The recipe derives its taste from the kala or the black masala.

Kala masala is a special blend of roasted spices and coconut which gives this dish a unique flavour and a brownish colour. The recipe for this chicken curry is very simple and does not require too much of effort to prepare. This spicy chicken recipe is extremely delicious and tastes heavenly when paired with the special millet flour roti known as the 'Bhakari'.

Try out this lip-smacking chicken curry with kala masala at home. Here goes the recipe.

Serves: 3-4
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• Chicken- 500 gms
• Onions- 2 (chopped)
• Tomatoes- 1 (diced)
• Ginger-garlic paste- 1tbsp
• Coriander leaves- 1 cup (finely chopped)
• Turmeric powder- 1tsp
• Chilli powder- 1tsp
• Oil- 3tbsp

For Kala Masala

• Dry coconut- 3tbsp (grated)
• Fennel seeds- 2tbsp
• Cloves- 15
• Kabab chini (Allspice)- 4
• Black jeera- 1tbsp
• Bay leaves- 2
• Poppy seeds- 2tbsp
• Black pepper- 15
• Cardamom- 3
• Cinnamon stick- 1

Procedure

1. Heat a pan and dry roast all the ingredients listed under kala masala for about 3-4 minutes on medium flame. Stir continuously.
2. Once done, switch off the flame, let the masala cool down completely.
3. Once it cools down, make a fine powder of it in a mixer. Keep this masala stored in a airtight container.
4. Clean and wash the chicken pieces properly.
5. Marinate the chicken with salt and turmeric powder. Keep it aside for 10-15 minutes.
6. After that, heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions. Fry for 4-5 minutes on medium heat till they turn golden brown.
7. Add ginger-garlic paste and fry for another 2 minutes.
8. Now add two tablespoon of the kala masala powder and mix well. Cook on low flame for 2-3 minutes.
9. Add diced tomatoes, red chilli powder, salt and cook for 3-4 minutes.
10. Now add the chicken pieces and a cup of water. Mix well.
11. Cook on low heat for about 10 minutes and keep stirring at regular intervals.
12. Now cover the pan and cook for another 10 minutes till the chicken in completely cooked.
13. Once done, open the lid and add the chopped coriander leaves.
14. Mix well and turn off the flame.

Serve this delicious chicken curry with steamed rice or bhakari. Enjoy this spicy Maharashtrian delight.