Simple chicken curry

Lets try out some non veg dish today.........


Ingredients :

3  tablespoon(s) oil
2  onion(s) grated
2  tablespoon(s) garlic paste
1  teaspoon(s) ginger paste 
2  tomatoes grated or finely chopped
1  teaspoon(s) red chilli powder
2  teaspoon(s) coriander powder
1  teaspoon(s) cumin powder
½  teaspoon(s) turmeric powder
Salt to taste
12  medium pieces (about 800 grams) of chicken
1  cup(s) hot water
1  teaspoon(s) curry powder or hot spice mix (garam masala) powder
finely chopped fresh coriander to garnish

Method :

1. Heat the oil in a heavy bottomed saucepan. Add the onions and fry for about 4  minutes or till rich golden brown.
2. Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry briefly till the raw smell goes away. Add the tomatoes. Fry for about 4  minutes or till oil separates.
3. Mix in the red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt to taste. Increase the heat and add the chicken pieces. Fry for about 5  minutes or till the chicken is lightly browned.
4. Add the hot water and mix well. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook on very low heat for about 15  minutes or till chicken is well cooked and the oil has separated. Sprinkle the curry powder or hot spice mix (garam masala) and cover tightly for about 10-15 minutes for the aroma to blend well in the curry.
5. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with chawal or rotis.