Andhra Chicken Curry
We explore the bold, fiery taste of Andhra chicken curry — a classic South Indian favourite known for its rich spice blend, deep colour, and intense flavour that perfectly pairs with steamed rice or roti. A must-try for those who love authentic regional curries.
Ingredients
- 1 kg Chicken cut into medium pieces
- 3 tbsp Oil peanut or sesame
- 2 Onions finely sliced
- 2 Tomatoes chopped
- 1 tsp Ginger Paste
- 2 Green Chillies slit
- 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 2 tsp Chilli Powder
- 1 tsp Coriander Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- ½ tsp Garam Masala
- 10 Curry Leaves fresh
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- ½ tsp Fenugreek Seeds
- 100 ml Coconut Milk
- 1 tsp Tamarind Paste
- 500 ml Water
- Salt to taste
- 1 handful Coriander chopped, for garnish
- 1 tsp Garlic Paste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds. Once they splutter, add curry leaves.
- Add finely sliced onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and green chillies for 1–2 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, coriander, cumin, black pepper, and chilli powders. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil separates.
- Add the chicken, mix to coat, and sear for 5–7 minutes.
- Add water and tamarind paste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Stir in coconut milk and garam masala powder. Simmer for 5 more minutes and adjust salt as needed.
- Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Notes
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition
Calories: 458kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 193mgPotassium: 573mgFibre: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1080IUVitamin C: 68mgVitamin D: 0.2µgCalcium: 67mgIron: 3mg
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