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North Indian · Non-vegetarian

Kadai Chicken.

Chicken and bell peppers in a coarse coriander-spiced masala.

◷ ~55 min4 servingsCurry Table version
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Add peppers toward the end to preserve their texture.

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CURRY TABLE · HOME-STYLE RECIPE

Kadai Chicken

~55 minutes estimated. Add peppers toward the end to preserve their texture.

Servings4

US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.

Ingredients

Method

  1. 01

    Heat the oil over medium heat in a heavy pan. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until softened and golden at the edges.

  2. 02

    Stir in ginger and garlic for about a minute. Add tomatoes, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder if using, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the mixture thickens.

  3. 03

    Add chicken, crushed coriander, and water. Simmer until almost cooked.

  4. 04

    Fold in bell pepper and finish cooking until chicken reaches 165°F / 74°C and the peppers are tender-crisp.

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THE CURRY TABLE TOUCH · OPTIONAL VARIATION

Fennel-pepper accent

Add: 0.25 tsp fennel seeds, crushed

Toast lightly with the coriander seasoning, then add during the chicken simmer. Keep the existing pepper-and-tomato character prominent.

A suggested variation. Try a small portion first; the planner uses the main recipe only.
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