Chicken Curry

Directions

1. 1
   Trim the excess fat from the chicken and put the pieces in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Place a medium nonstick saucepan over medium heat and add the oil.
3. 3
   When small bubbles appear at the bottom of the pan, add the cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom, and saute for 1 minute.
4. 4
   When the spices change color and are fragrant, add the onions and saute for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown.
5. 5
   Add the ginger paste and garlic paste, and saute for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring continuously.
6. 6
   Add the turmeric, coriander, cumin, and chile powder.
7. 7
   Stir well.
8. 8
   Add the tomatoes and saute for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring continuously.
9. 9
   Cook for 7 to 8 minutes or until the oil comes to the top.
10. 10
    Add the chicken and salt, and stir.
11. 11
    Increase the heat to high and saute for 5 minutes or until the chicken pieces are well coated with the sauce.
12. 12
    Add 1 1/2 cups (300 ml) water and bring to a boil.
13. 13
    Lower the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
14. 14
    Transfer to a serving bowl.
15. 15
    Sprinkle with the garam masala and garnish with the cilantro.
16. 16
    Serve hot.