Cape Malay Chicken Curry by Zurie

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 3
Cape Malay Chicken Curry by Zurie
in Curry

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 onion , medium , finely chopped
4 tablespoons oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
2 teaspoons hot pepper flakes ( you can use fresh hot peppers to taste )
2 teaspoons fennel , ground ( or 4 teaspoons whole fennel seeds )
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons ginger , fresh , finely chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 - 1 teaspoon black pepper , coarsely ground
15 cardamom pods ( whole pods )
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon garam masala ( available from Indian shops , choose mild )
1 can chopped tomatoes ( 400g )
1 1/2 lbs chicken pieces ( best to cut up a medium chicken )
2 teaspoons garlic , finely chopped
2 teaspoons brown sugar ( I like sticky muscovado )
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 -3 teaspoons salt ( or more , depending on type of salt )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
300
Sugar
4g
Fat
17g
Cape Malay Chicken Curry is a traditional South African recipe with roots in the Cape Malay community. The dish is a fragrant and flavorful curry made with chicken and a blend of aromatic spices. While the recipe has evolved over time with different cultural influences, it remains a beloved and comforting dish that can be enjoyed year-round. Zurie's version of Cape Malay Chicken Curry is sure to impress with its bold flavors and easy preparation.

Instructions

1.Heat oil in a large saucepan and brown chicken pieces in batches. Remove from pan and set aside.
2.Using the same pan, sauté the onions until translucent. Add the coriander seeds, hot pepper flakes, fennel, cumin, ginger, turmeric, black pepper, cardamom pods, and cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3.Add the garam masala, canned tomatoes, garlic, and brown sugar to the pan. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
4.Return the chicken to the pan and mix well with the sauce. Cover and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
5.Stir in lemon juice and salt to taste. Serve with rice.

PROS

This Cape Malay Chicken Curry is full of flavor and easy to make with simple ingredients.

It can be easily adapted to personal taste preferences and can be made in larger quantities for meal planning.

CONS

The recipe calls for chicken with skin on, which can be high in fat.
Consider trimming the skin or using skinless chicken pieces for a healthier option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This curry recipe offers many health benefits, such as protein from the chicken, and anti-inflammatory properties from the spices used. Turmeric, coriander, and ginger are also known to boost immune system health and improve digestion.

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