Coconut Chicken Curry

Directions

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   Mix turmeric, curry powder, grated ginger, salt and pepper with chicken pieces.
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   Wrap in cling wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
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   Add cooking oil in a heavy saucepan on medium heat.
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   Wait for oil to heat before adding spice seeds (cumin, mustard, and clove), cinnamon, and star anise.
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   Do not forget: mustard seeds sputter!
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   Add chopped onions and fry till caramelized.
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    This will take about 5 minutes.
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    4.
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    Mix in onion paste.
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    Fry for a few minutes.
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    5.
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    Throw in marinated chicken pieces with chopped tomatoes.
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    Stir occasionally.
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    6.
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    Add curry leaves, coconut milk and some water.
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    Cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until chicken pieces are fully cooked through and tender.
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    Garnish with fresh cilantro and/or fresh green chilies.
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    This recipe can be spicy, depending on the brand of curry powder used.
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    Serving suggestions: Served hot with naan or basmati rice.