Goan Chicken Masala Curry

An Indian red masala curry recipe from Goa. My mother used to make for special occasions! It involves making your own masala paste but it's worth it!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 490 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 4 whole cloves
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick
• water as needed
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled
• 4 peppercorns
• 6 peppers red chile peppers
• 1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken, cut into 6 pieces
• 2 tablespoons tamarind juice, or more to taste
• 2 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine red chile peppers, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cinnamon stick, ginger, garlic, peppercorns, and cloves in a mortar and pestle or a food processor; grind or process into a paste (masala paste).

Step 2

Heat oil in a large pot. Add onion and until golden brown. Stir in masala paste and cook for 2 minutes. Add pieces of chicken; mix well and pour in enough cold water to cover the chicken. Bring to a boil.

Step 3

Cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes. Season to taste with tamarind juice and salt. Stir well and cook for additional 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro.