Chicken Malvani
Experience the bold flavors of the Konkan coast with this vibrant Malvani chicken dish. Bursting with aromatic spices and rich coconut milk, this recipe promises a tantalizing mix of heat and sweetness that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 500 g Chicken
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 2 Onions (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 inch Ginger (grated)
- 2 Green Chillies (finely chopped)
- 2 Tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 2 tsp Coriander Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- 1 tsp Chilli Powder
- 200 ml Coconut Milk
- Coriander (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 3
Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chillies. Sauté for another 2 minutes.
- 4
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
- 5
Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and red chilli powder. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Add the chicken pieces and mix until they are well coated with the masala.
- 7
Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine. Season with salt according to taste.
- 8
Cover the pan and let the chicken cook for about 15-20 minutes or until it is tender and cooked through.
- 9
Once cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- 10
Serve hot with steamed rice or chapatis.