Craving for a delicious chicken curry apart from the normal type of chicken curry iam here with you sharing a delicious village style chicken curry.
Stay tuned and know about the recipe and how to prepare the dish easily and also some tips for preparing a perfect recipe of chicken, lets begin with the recipe..
Basic blog outline
Introduction
Ingredients for village style chicken curry.
Method of preparation
Tips for Perfecting the chicken recipe.
Serving Suggestions for the chicken recipe.
Health benefits
Conclusion
FAQ'S
chicken curry
Village style chicken curry
village style chicken curry is a delicious and a hearty dish that combines the essence of traditional cooking, this chicken recipe is prepared with normal bone-in chicken imparting a richer and a gamey flavor as of the poultry traditionally used in rural areas. The chicken curry is characterized by its robust use of different spices such as turmeric, coriander, cumin and cinnamon along with a generous amount of chili.
It is a different recipe apart from the normal chicken curry and it is much more delicious than the normal recipe of chicken curry and can be prepared easily and can be enjoyed with rice and chapathi as a side dish.
Village style chicken curry is not just a meal; it is an experience that transports to the indian countryside, where cooking is an art form that is passed down through generations, it is a celebration of local ingredients with the traditional techniques and also the joy of sharing a warm and a comforting food with the family and friends. Whether you are enjoying the dish in a humble village home or a busy city apartment, this indian chicken curry is sure to delight your senses and leave you craving more.
Chicken curry ingredients
500g chicken
6 potatoes with removed skin
chicken curry ingredients
2 medium sized onions chopped
1 medium sized onion chopped to make a onion paste
chicken curry ingredients
6 - 7 cloves of garlic to be crushed
Ginger and garlic to make a ginger garlic paste
1 tomato chopped
chicken curry ingredients
Mustard oil
Bay leaf
Cumin seeds
Sliced green chilies
Turmeric
Red chili powder
Salt
Pre preparation for the recipe
Marinate the chicken with salt, turmeric powder and mustard oil.
Marinated chicken
Paste the 1 medium sized chopped onion.
Paste the ginger and garlic together.
Crush the cloves of garlic.
Method of preparation
1. Take a kadhai and heat mustard oil.
Heating mustard oil
2. When the oil is heated add 2 bay leaves and some cumin seeds, and fry with the oil.
Frying bay leaf and cumin seeds
3. Now add the sliced green chilies and fry with the oil.
Frying green chilies
4. Now add the 2 medium sized chopped onions and fry them until they are lightly fried and a little colour.
Frying chopped onions
5. Now add the marinated chicken and cook with the other ingredients for some minutes.
Adding marinated chicken
6. Add the onions paste prepared earlier and fry nicely with the chicken for some minutes.
Adding onion paste
7. After that add the potatoes and fry with the other ingredients.
Adding and frying the potatoes
8. Now add the ginger garlic paste prepared earlier and cook all the ingredients together.
Adding ginger garlic paste
9. Now add turmeric powder, red chili powder and some salt and mix together with the chicken for some minutes .
Adding turmeric, red chili powder and salt
10. Add the chopped tomatoes and mix together with the chicken and other ingredients, and now cover the kadhai for some minutes.
Adding chopped tomatoes
11. Open the cover after some minutes and you will notice that the water has been released from the chicken and now stir it for some time.
Water released from chicken
12. Add coriander powder and cumin powder and stir and mix all the ingredients together so that the masalas get cooked.
Adding coriander and cumin powder
13. Cover again for some minutes and open it to see if the masala are cooked or not.
14. When the masalas are cooked add 1 glass of water or more and stir it. And now once again cover it for some minutes.
Adding 1 glass of water
15. Open the cover and you will see that the chicken has been boiled, at this stage add the crushed garlic and no smell of raw garlic will come off from the dish as the garlic will get completely cooked and will enrich the taste.
Adding crushed garlic
16. Now cover the kadhai for some time so that the extra water gets vaporised out and the dish forms a gravy.
Making the chicken curry a gravy
17. The chicken recipe is now ready to be served.
Tips for Perfecting the recipe of chicken
village style chicken curry
Use good quality and fresh ingredients.
The chicken curry should be gravy with less water.
Always maintain the taste of the salt and other ingredients.
Cut some slits in the potatoes so that the spices enter inside the potatoes.
Add crushed garlic at the end.
Let the chicken and potatoes to get boiled and softened nicely.
Cook the masalas nicely to let the masalas to release their flavours.
Use bone-in chicken for this chicken recipe.
Serving Suggestions for indian chicken recipes
Serving village style chicken curry
For a hearty village style chicken curry here are some serving suggestions:
Serve with steamed basmati or normal rice as a side dish.
Pair the chicken recipe with fresh naan, roti or paratha by dipping and scooping.
Serve the chicken curry accompanied with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh cucumber salad.
Serve the chicken recipe with a dollop of plain yogurt or raita to cool the palate.
Serve the chicken recipe with a squeeze of lemon juice to add a refreshing flavour to the dish.
Garnish the chicken recipe with chopped coriander leaves for a burst of colour and flavour.
Health benefits of the chicken recipe
Health benefits of chicken curry
Chicken is a great source of high quality protein which is essential for muscle growth and repair and it also provides important vitamins and minerals like niacin, vitamin B6, phosphorus and selenium.
The spices which are used in this curry such as turmeric, cumin and coriander have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.
The fiber from the vegetables and the spices in the curry can aid digestion.
The dish could improve heart health by enhancing blood flow and reducing cholesterol levels.
Ingredients like chicken and vegetables provide nutrients essential for maintaining healthy bones, muscles and nerves.
Remember, the healthiness of the dish largely depends on how it is prepared using lean cuts of chicken, plenty of vegetables and minimal added fats can make it a nutritious option. However heavy creams, butter or excessive salt can make it a unhealthy meal.
Enjoying village style chicken curry in moderation as part of a balanced diet can be both nourishing and delightful.
In summing up the essence of village style chicken curry that delves into the heart of rustic cooking where simplicity meets profundity, this dish embodies the soul of the countryside where every ingredients are stepped in tradition and every food tells a story. The chicken which is marinated and cooked slowly absorbs the flavours of the fresh locally sourced herbs and spices, combining the curry with an authenticity that can not be replicated by the urban eateries. The rich thick gravy with its aroma invites you to a world where every meal is a communal affair, shared and savoured.
Village style chicken curry isn't just a food it is a narrative of agrarian life, a testament to the wisdom of generations and a reminder of the enduring connection between land and table. As we partake in this culinary journey, we are not nourishing our souls with the warmth of a meal that's been prepared with patience, love and a touch of the village style cooking.
FAQ'S
What is village style chicken curry?
village style chicken curry which is also known as desi chicken curry is a robust and flavourful dish made with chicken pieces, onions, tomatoes and a blend of indian spices. This recipe of chicken curry is known for its simplicity and use of readily available ingredients.
Can I add vegetables to village style chicken curry?
While the curry traditionally focuses on chicken but you can also add vegetables like potatoes, carrots to make it more delicious.
What kind of chicken is best for this curry?
For the most authentic flavour opt for skinless bone-in-chicken pieces. In villages country chicken or desi chicken is preferred for its taste over broiler chicken. If available use desi chicken.
Which oil is recommended for cooking village-style chicken curry?
Mustard oil or ghee is traditionally used for making this curry, but you can use any cooking oil you have in hand. Mustard oil adds a unique flavour typically to many Indian dishes.
How can I get the best flavour for my village style chicken curry?
For the best flavour cook the curry in an earthen pot or handi over a wood fire to impart a smoky flavour. If that's not possible, a regular pan on a stove top will still yield delicious results.
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