Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with coconut yogurt, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp turmeric, Kashmiri red chili powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix until the chicken is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, stirring for one minute until fragrant. Stir in the 1.5 tsp garam masala, cumin, coriander, and 1/2 tsp turmeric, and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Pour in the tomato passata and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the full-fat coconut milk and 1 tsp salt. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Allow it to simmer gently for 10-15 minutes. Stir in the crushed fenugreek leaves in the last minute of cooking. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
Notes
Don't Skip the Marinade: Even 30 minutes makes a huge difference in the tenderness and flavor of the chicken.
Use Full-Fat Coconut Milk: Light coconut milk will result in a much thinner, less satisfying sauce. Do not substitute.
Don't Boil the Sauce: After adding the coconut milk, keep the sauce at a gentle simmer. Boiling can cause it to separate or curdle.
Use Full-Fat Coconut Milk: Light coconut milk will result in a much thinner, less satisfying sauce. Do not substitute.
Don't Boil the Sauce: After adding the coconut milk, keep the sauce at a gentle simmer. Boiling can cause it to separate or curdle.
