CHICKEN CURRY

(serves 4)
Ingredients

· 3 Ib (1.4kg) chicken, cut into pieces
· 1 onion finely chopped
· 4 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)
· 2 tbsp finely grated ginger
· 4 cloves
· 4-6 cardamom seeds
· ½ tsp grated cinnamon stick
· 2 tsp coriander powder
· 1 tsp cumin powder
· ½ tsp chili powder
· 1 tsp turmeric
· 1 tsp paprika powder
· ½ tsp fennel seeds
· 1-2 bay leaves
· 1 cup yogurt
· 2 tomatoes
· salt to taste
· 4 tbsp oil
· 1-1½ cup water
· 3 tbsp grated coriander to garnish

Method Of Preparation

Heat the oil in a pan, add the onion and fry until light brown.
Stir in garlic, ginger, coriander powder, cardamom, chili powder, paprika powder, fennel seeds, cloves, turmeric. Fry for 1-2 minutes or until the oil runs free from the spice mixture.
Add the chicken, cover and cook for about 10 minutes.
Add chopped tomato. Cook next 10 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
Add yogurt. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Add water or reduce the sauce, if necessary,
Cook gently for 5 -10 minutes.
Garnish with coriander leaves.
Serve as a main dish with rice or bread.