How to Make Chicken Kurma at Home?

Chicken kurma is one of the delectable South Indian curries which is popular for its rich, creamy texture and has the perfect blend of aromatic species. It seems so complex but you can be able to create this culinary masterpiece easily at your home. So, here in this article, we are going to discuss the step-by-step guide that helps you to know the complete process of how to make chicken kurma at home in a simple and easy manner. 

How to Make Chicken Kurma at Home?

By reading this detailed guide, you can simply be able to understand the complete process of how to make chicken kurma at home. So, simply read this article till the end to know the whole process quickly.

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    What Ingredients Is Required?

Here we are sharing the complete list of the ingredients that are required to make chicken kurma at home. 

For Marination

• 500gm bone-in chicken pieces
• ½ cup of yoghurt
• 1 teaspoon of ginger garlic paste
• ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon of red chilli powder
•  Salt as per your taste

For The Kurma

• You need to have 2 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 2 finely chopped onion
• 1 chopped tomato
• 2 green chillies
• ½ cup of coconut milk
• ½ cup of water
• ½ cup of plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons of groundnuts
• 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
• ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon of garam masala
• Salt as per your taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

How to Prepare Chicken Kurma at Home?

As you are ready with all the ingredients which are required to prepare this delicious dish and now, you can follow the below-given steps to prepare this dish easily. 

Marinate the Chicken

Take a large mixing bowl and then combine the chicken pieces with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and salt. Simply mix them well and ensure that the chicken is coated with the marinade properly. You have to cover the bowl and simply let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. 

Prepare the Kurma

• You need to heat the vegetable oil on the medium heat. 
• Simply add the cumin seeds and then allow them to simply sizzle for a few seconds. 
• Simply toss it into the finely chopped onions and saute it until they become translucent. 
• Add up the ginger-garlic paste and saute it for some minutes until the raw aroma goes. 
• Simply stir it into the chopped tomato and green chillies and cook it until the tomatoes become soft and the mixture starts to break down. 
• If you love the nutty flavor then add the groundnuts at this stage and then simply cook it for a few minutes until they become golden. 
• Simply add up the coriander powder, turmeric powder and salt and mix them well for a few more minutes until the oil gets separated from the mixture. 
• Now, simply add the marinated chicken and then cook it until it becomes brown from both sides. 
• You have to pour the coconut milk and water and then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. 
• Then, cover the pot and let the chicken cook on low heat for approxx. 15-20 minutes or until it becomes tender. 
• Now, stir it into the plain yoghurt and garam masala and then cook it for an extra 5 minutes. 

Garnish and Serve

When the chicken kurma gets ready remove it from the heat. Simply garnish it with fresh coriander leaves to add a burst of freshness and colour. Then, you have to serve the hot with steamed rice or naan.

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Final Verdict

Chicken Kumra is one of the South Indian which will tantalize your taste buds with its harmonious blend of spices and flavours. With the help of the above-discussed steps, you can simply be able to form a memorable homemade chicken kurma which is perfect for any of the dishes that you can be able to prepare at your home easily. This creamy and aromatic curry is the occasion.