Spicy British Chicken Curry

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons garam masala 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 400g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes 400g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes
• 200ml (3/4 cup) chicken broth 200ml (3/4 cup) chicken broth
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 5g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until golden brown.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and cook for another minute.
3. 3.
   In a small bowl, mix together the cayenne pepper, chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander.
4. 4.
   Add the spice mixture to the pan and cook for a minute, stirring constantly to release the flavors.
5. 5.
   Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are browned on all sides.
6. 6.
   Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
7. 7.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
8. 8.
   Season with salt to taste.
9. 9.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken — Ensure that the chicken is cut into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.

Tips & Tricks

• Adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper and chili powder.
• For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of coconut milk or heavy cream to the curry.
• Serve the Spicy British Chicken Curry with steamed basmati rice or naan bread for a complete meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Spicy British Chicken Curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Accompany it with steamed basmati rice or naan bread for a satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Present the Spicy British Chicken Curry in a vibrant serving dish to highlight its rich red color. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an added pop of green.