Chicken Chettinad Dry

Directions

1. 1
   Grind the ginger and garlic into a fine paste.
2. 2
   Next,dry roast and grind red chillies, pepper, coriander seeds, cumin seeds and turmeric; keep aside.
3. 3
   In a non-stick saucepan, heat oil and saute the ginger garlic paste till light brown.
4. 4
   Add the chicken pieces and the roasted and ground powder.
5. 5
   Cover and cook for 15 minutes on medium heat. Add 1/4 cup water and cook till completely dry.
6. 6
   Stir occasionally so that it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan.
7. 7
   Separately,heat 1 Tbsp oil and fry the shredded coconut and curry leaves till light brown.
8. 8
   Pour this mixture onto cooked chicken and stir once again.
9. 9
   Serve hot.