Indian
Indian - Regional Mains
Chettinad Chicken
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 700g bone-in chicken, cubed
- • 4 dried red chilies
- • 1 tbsp fennel seeds
- • 1 tsp black peppercorns
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1/4 cup grated coconut
- • 3 tbsp gingelly (sesame) oil
- • 1 onion, sliced
- • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Dry-roast the red chilies, fennel, peppercorns, and cumin until aromatic, then add the coconut and roast until golden.
2
Phase 2
Cool and grind to a coarse masala paste with a splash of water.
3
Phase 3
Heat the gingelly oil and fry the onion until golden, then add the ginger-garlic paste.
4
Phase 4
Add the chicken with salt and sear until the pieces are sealed and coated.
5
Phase 5
Stir in the ground masala with 1 cup water, cover, and simmer 30 minutes until tender and the gravy is thick.
6
Phase 6
Finish with a drizzle of gingelly oil and serve with rice or dosa.