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Classic Chicken Vindaloo
90 mintime
Harddifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
550 kcalCalories
45 gProtein
25 gCarbs
30 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic Chicken Vindaloo

Traditional dish · Goan Indian

A fiery and tangy Goan curry made with chicken, vinegar, and a complex blend of spices. Traditionally slow-cooked for deep flavor.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on1 kg
  • Tamarind paste2 tbsp
  • White vinegar1/2 cup
  • Ghee or vegetable oil3 tbsp
  • Onions, thinly sliced2 large
  • Garlic cloves, minced10
  • Ginger, grated1 inch piece
  • Dried Kashmiri red chilies8-10
  • Coriander seeds2 tbsp
  • Cumin seeds1 tsp
  • Mustard seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric powder1 tsp
  • Cloves4
  • Black peppercorns1 tsp
  • Cinnamon stick1 inch
  • Bay leaf1
  • Saltto taste
  • Wateras needed
  • Fresh cilantro, choppedfor garnish

Steps

  1. 1

    Soak dried red chilies in warm water for 30 minutes. Drain and grind into a paste with a little water.

  2. 2

    Toast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, cloves, black peppercorns, and cinnamon stick until fragrant. Grind into a fine powder.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with ground chili paste, ground spice mix, turmeric powder, tamarind paste, vinegar, and salt. Marinate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

  4. 4

    Heat ghee or oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for another minute until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Add the marinated chicken along with the marinade to the pot. Stir well to coat the chicken with the onion mixture.

  7. 7

    Add the bay leaf. Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Add a little water if the curry becomes too thick.

  8. 8

    Adjust salt and vinegar to taste. The curry should be spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet.

  9. 9

    Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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