3 Ib (1.4kg) chicken, cut into pieces
1 onion finely chopped
4 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)
2 tbsp finely grated ginger
4 cloves
4-6 cardamom seeds
½ tsp grated cinnamon stick
2 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp cumin powder
½ tsp chili powder
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp paprika powder
½ tsp fennel seeds
1-2 bay leaves
1 cup yogurt
2 tomatoes
salt to taste
4 tbsp oil
1-1½ cup water
3 tbsp grated coriander to garnish
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Heat the oil in a pan, add the onion and fry until light brown.
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Stir in garlic, ginger, coriander powder, cardamom, chili powder, paprika powder, fennel seeds, cloves, turmeric. Fry for 1-2 minutes or until the oil runs free from the spice mixture.
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Add the chicken, cover and cook for about 10 minutes.
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Add chopped tomato. Cook next 10 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
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Add yogurt. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
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Add water or reduce the sauce, if necessary,
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Cook gently for 5 -10 minutes.
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Garnish with coriander leaves.
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Serve as a main dish with rice or bread.
