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Spicy African Chicken Curry: A Flavorful Delight Awaits!

A flavorful and spicy African chicken curry that combines tender chicken pieces with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: African
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces thighs, drumsticks, or a mix
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 can 14 ounces coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir well and cook for another minute to toast the spices.
  5. Add the chicken pieces to the pot, browning them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, then stir in the tomato paste and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  7. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  8. If using boneless chicken, reduce the cooking time to about 20-25 minutes.
  9. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  10. If desired, you can thicken the sauce by simmering it uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  11. Serve the chicken curry over rice or with flatbread, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a creamier sauce, add an extra half can of coconut milk.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute chicken with chickpeas or tofu and adjust cooking time accordingly.

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