If you want a quick dinner chicken curry that tastes rich without being heavy, this recipe is built for you: a simple onion–ginger–garlic base, a yogurt spice mix for tang and body, and a cashew paste finish for a creamy restaurant-style texture—without adding.

This curry is also super versatile: it’s meant to pair with idli, dosa, chapati, or rice, making it a reliable “one gravy fits all” weeknight dish.

What is this Bachelor Chicken Curry?

Easy Bachelor Chicken Curry is a simple homemade chicken curry made with basic pantry ingredients like onions, yogurt, spices, and cashew paste. It is a quick, beginner-friendly chicken recipe that anyone can cook without complicated steps.

This recipe is perfect for people who want a flavorful homemade chicken gravy without spending too much time in the kitchen.

What’s the Taste and Texture of this recipe

This chicken gravy is rich, mildly spicy, and creamy.
The yogurt spice mix gives the gravy a slight tanginess.
Cashew paste makes the curry smooth and slightly thick.
Curry leaves and garam masala add a wonderful aroma.
The final gravy is silky, flavorful, and perfect for mixing with rice or dipping with roti.

When can it be served

• This dish is great for many occasions such as:
• Quick weekday dinner
• Bachelor cooking
• Lazy weekend meals
• Lunch box recipes
• Small family meals
• Since it is easy to prepare, it is perfect when you want a comforting homemade chicken curry quickly.

Why this Bachelor chicken curry works

• There are many chicken gravy recipes, but this one is special because:
• Uses simple ingredients available in every kitchen
• Minimal chopping
• No complicated cooking techniques
• Ready in about 30 minutes
• Even someone cooking chicken for the first time can make this successfully.

What I love about this recipe

What I love most about this recipe is that it gives restaurant-style taste with very little effort.
The cashew paste adds a richness, the yogurt gives depth of flavor, and the spices create a perfect balance of taste. It’s the kind of recipe you can make again and again because it is easy, comforting, and delicious.

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Some Chicken Gravy recipes for you to try:
Chicken gravy for beginners
Nadan Kozhi curry
Simple chicken kuzhambu
Kaju Chicken – Spicy version
Pepper Chicken Chettinad

Main ingredients used in this Bachelor Chicken Curry

Main Ingredients

– Chicken: ~400 g 
– Onion: 1 large 
– Ginger: 1-inch piece 
– Garlic: 3–4 cloves 
– Green chili: 1 
– Oil: 3–4 tbsp (sesame oil suggested, any cooking oil works) 
– Salt: to taste

Yogurt spice mix

– Thick curd / yogurt: 3–4 tbsp 
– Turmeric powder: 1/4 tsp 
– Chili powder: 1 tsp 
– Coriander powder: 1 tsp 
– Cumin powder: 1/2 tsp

Finishers

– Cashews: 15 (soak in hot water 10 min, then grind) 
– Curry leaves: a handful 
– Garam masala OR chicken masala: 1/2 tsp 
– Lemon juice: a squeeze 
– Coriander leaves: to garnish Source

Step-by-step method to make Bachelor Chicken Curry

Now lets see the step by step instructions with photos to make this Bachelor chicken curry recipe.

1) Make the flavor base (no water grinding)

Wash 400gms of chicken with a pinch of turmeric and rock salt. Keep it aside.

Grind onion + ginger + garlic + green chili into a coarse paste. The key here: don’t add water—keep it thick for better sautéing and flavor concentration.

2) Sauté until the raw smell goes

Heat oil in a pan.

Add the ground paste and sauté the paste until the raw smell disappears (this is where the curry’s depth starts).

3) Add chicken + salt and cook on medium

Add chicken and salt, then cook on medium flame for a few minutes to seal in juices and start building the gravy base.

4) Mix the yogurt masala

In a bowl, whisk yogurt with turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder until smooth (no lumps).

5) Add yogurt masala and simmer until oil separates

Add the yogurt-spice mix into the pan, stir well, and cook until you see oil separating—that’s the sign your masala is cooking properly.

6) Cover and cook until chicken is tender

Cover and cook around 10–12 minutes (adjust based on cut size) until chicken is tender.

7) Add cashew paste for creaminess

Blend soaked cashews into a smooth paste and add it in—this is the “creamy cheat code” that makes the curry feel richer.

8) Finish with curry leaves + masala

Add curry leaves and garam masala (or chicken masala). Simmer another 3–4 minutes on low so the aroma blooms without overcooking.

9) Lemon juice at the end

Turn off the heat, then squeeze lemon juice.

Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

Keep it classic or mix it up—this gravy pairs like a dream:

Classic South: Goes well with Parotta, Idiyappam, dosa and hot steamed idlies.

Rice rules: Spoon it over steaming basmati or jeera rice for the ultimate soak-up situation. Even It is especially delicious with hot steamed rice and a little ghee.

Bready bliss: Mop it with soft rotis, naan, or even crusty bread if you’re feeling Indo-Western.

Sidekicks: A simple cucumber raita or onion salad cuts the richness. For company, add a fried egg on top for brunchy flair.

Pro move: Serve family-style in a big bowl with lime wedges on the side—encourages second

Expert Tips

I’ve tweaked this recipe over countless solo cooking sessions, so here’s what elevates it from good to “wow”:

Marinate for magic:

Toss the chicken in the yogurt spice mix for 15-20 minutes before cooking. It tenderizes the meat and infuses flavor—trust me, it’s worth the wait. (I didn’t marinate in this recipe, since i wanna make it quick)

Low and slow on the onions:

Sauté them until golden brown (not burnt!). This caramelization is the flavor backbone; rush it, and you’ll miss that depth.

Whisk the yogurt:

Use thick curd to avoid the gravy becoming watery. Beat it smooth before adding to avoid curdling. If it starts to separate, a splash of water and gentle stirring saves the day.

Creamier Cashews:

Grind the cashews into a very smooth paste for a creamy gravy.

Taste as you go:

Start with half the chili powder and adjust—better safe than spicy regret.

Fresh is fierce:

Use fresh curry leaves if possible; they sizzle in hot oil like little flavor bombs.

Avoid common mistakes

– Don’t add water early. The chicken releases juices and the yogurt mix forms the gravy; adding water too soon can dilute flavor.  
– Cook yogurt masala patiently. Wait for the oil-separation cue—this avoids the “raw spice” taste.  
– Lemon juice always last. Adding it while boiling can mute the bright aroma—finish after switching off.

Storage Tips

Leftovers? Lucky you—this gets even better overnight as flavors meld.

Fridge: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to revive the gravy.
Freezer: Portion into freezer bags for up to a month. Thaw overnight and simmer—perfect for batch cooking.
Heads up: The lemon juice can make it tangy post-thaw, so add fresh at serving. Avoid microwaving on high to prevent drying out the chicken.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ

Some Frequently asked questions while making this Bachelor Chicken Curry

Variations to this Bachelor Chicken Curry

This base is versatile—tweak it to match your mood or fridge raid:

Veggie boost:

Add diced potatoes, carrots, or bell peppers with the chicken for a heartier stew.

Creamier twist:

Swap yogurt for coconut milk for a milder, tropical vibe.

Protein swap:

Go vegetarian with paneer or chickpeas; it holds up just as well.

Spice level up:

For extra heat, throw in a dried red chili or smoked paprika. Dial it down with more cashew paste for silkiness.

Tangy Tomato

Add 1 chopped tomato while sautéing onions for a slightly tangy gravy.

Butter Chicken Style:

Add 1 tbsp butter and a little cream at the end for a richer taste.

Fusion fun:

Stir in a teaspoon of peanut butter with the cashews for a Thai-inspired nuttiness.

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Bachelor Chicken Curry

Easy Bachelor Chicken Curry is a simple homemade chicken curry made with basic pantry ingredients like onions, yogurt, spices, and cashew paste. It is a quick, beginner-friendly chicken recipe that anyone can cook without complicated steps. This recipe is perfect for people who want a flavorful homemade chicken gravy without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Course dinner, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, North Indian, South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword bachelor chicken curry, bachelor chicken gravy, chicken curry with cashew paste, chicken curry with yogurt, creamy chicken gravy, easy chicken masala, quick dinner chicken recipe, side dish for idli dosa, simple chicken curry recipe, south indian chicken curry

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 320kcal

Author Akila

Equipment

• pan or kadai
• Bowl for mixing yogurt

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• – Chicken: ~400 g
• – Onion: 1 large
• – Ginger: 1-inch piece
• – Garlic: 3–4 cloves
• – Green chili: 1
• – Oil: 3–4 tbsp sesame oil suggested, any cooking oil works
• – Salt: to taste

Yogurt spice mix

• – Thick curd / yogurt: 3–4 tbsp
• – Turmeric powder: 1/4 tsp
• – Chili powder: 1 tsp
• – Coriander powder: 1 tsp
• – Cumin powder: 1/2 tsp

Finishers

• – Cashews: 15 soak in hot water 10 min, then grind
• – Curry leaves: a handful
• – Garam masala OR chicken masala: 1/2 tsp
• – Lemon juice: a squeeze
• – Coriander leaves: to garnish

Instructions

Make the flavor base (no water grinding

• Grind onion + ginger + garlic + green chili into a coarse paste. The key here: don’t add water—keep it thick for better sautéing and flavor concentration.
  

Sauté until the raw smell goes

• Heat oil in a pan and sauté the paste until the raw smell disappears (this is where the curry’s depth starts).
  

Add chicken + salt and cook on medium

• Add chicken and salt, then cook on medium flame for a few minutes to seal in juices and start building the gravy base.

Mix the yogurt masala

• In a bowl, whisk yogurt with turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder until smooth (no lumps).
  

Add yogurt masala and simmer until oil separates

• Add the yogurt-spice mix into the pan, stir well, and cook until you see oil separating—that’s the sign your masala is cooking properly.
  

Cover and cook until chicken is tender

• Cover and cook around 10–12 minutes (adjust based on cut size) until chicken is tender.

Add cashew paste for creaminess

• Blend soaked cashews into a smooth paste and add it in—this is the “creamy cheat code” that makes the curry feel richer.
  

Finish with curry leaves + masala

• Add curry leaves and garam masala (or chicken masala). Simmer another 3–4 minutes on low so the aroma blooms without overcooking.

Lemon juice at the end

• Turn off the heat, then squeeze lemon juice. Garnish with coriander and serve hot.
  

Video

Notes

Marinate for magic:

Toss the chicken in the yogurt spice mix for 15-20 minutes before cooking. It tenderizes the meat and infuses flavor—trust me, it’s worth the wait. (I didn’t marinate in this recipe, since i wanna make it quick)

Low and slow on the onions:

Sauté them until golden brown (not burnt!). This caramelization is the flavor backbone; rush it, and you’ll miss that depth.

Whisk the yogurt:

Use thick curd to avoid the gravy becoming watery. Beat it smooth before adding to avoid curdling. If it starts to separate, a splash of water and gentle stirring saves the day.

Creamier Cashews:

Grind the cashews into a very smooth paste for a creamy gravy.

Taste as you go:

Start with half the chili powder and adjust—better safe than spicy regret.

Fresh is fierce:

Use fresh curry leaves if possible; they sizzle in hot oil like little flavor bombs.

Avoid common mistakes

– Don’t add water early. The chicken releases juices and the yogurt mix forms the gravy; adding water too soon can dilute flavor.
– Cook yogurt masala patiently. Wait for the oil-separation cue—this avoids the “raw spice” taste.
– Lemon juice always last. Adding it while boiling can mute the bright aroma—finish after switching off.

Nutrition (Approximate)

Per serving:
Calories: ~320 kcal
Protein: ~25 g
Fat: ~20 g
Carbohydrates: ~8 g
Values may vary based on ingredients used.

Final Verdict

If you are looking for a quick, simple, and flavorful chicken curry, this Easy Bachelor Chicken Gravy is a perfect choice.
It uses minimal ingredients, simple cooking steps, and delivers a rich homemade taste that everyone will enjoy. Whether you are a beginner cook, a busy professional, or someone who wants a quick chicken dish, this recipe is reliable, comforting, and delicious.

I’d rate it a solid 9/10 (loses a point only because I crave it daily now). Give it a whirl this week, and let me know in the comments how it turned out—tag your pics with #BachelorGravyGlowUp!

Happy cooking, folks.

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Learn how to make Red chilli chicken masala

Lets see how to make the thick and spicy Red chilli chicken masala at home with simple step by step instructions and video for your easy understanding.

What is Red Chilli Chicken Masala

If you’re craving a properly spicy, deeply flavored chicken masala that pairs with almost anything—rice, roti, dosa, idli—this Red Chilli Chicken Masala delivers. The key is a sautéed, blended masala paste made with shallots, Kashmiri red chilies, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, cloves, and nuts, then slow-cooked with chicken until thick and restaurant-style. This thick and spicy Red Chilli Chicken Masala is perfect for rice. It is a simple South Indian style chicken recipe with bold flavors and rich roasted masala.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Thick and flavorful
• Perfect for rice
• Easy to make
• Simple ingredients
• Spicy and satisfying

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• Chicken Recipes
• Egg recipes
• Fish Recipes

Some Chicken Gravy recipes for you to try:
Chicken gravy for beginners
Nadan Kozhi curry
Simple chicken kuzhambu
Kaju Chicken – Spicy version
Pepper Chicken Chettinad

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Below is the video of Red chilli chicken masala in Tamil with English description

Lets now see the Ingredients needed and step by step procedure to make this recipe

Ingredients

For the masala paste

– 3 tbsp sesame oil / gingelly oil (Sesame oil)
– 15–20 small onions / shallots
– 7–8 Kashmiri dried red chilies (Kashmiri chili)
– 2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
– 8 almonds (or substitute cashews)
– 1-inch ginger
– 5–6 garlic cloves
– 5–6 cloves
– A little water, for grinding (as needed) Source

For the chicken masala

– ½ kg chicken, cut into pieces
– 1 large onion, sliced lengthwise
– 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
– ¼ tsp turmeric powder
– 1½ tsp chicken masala powder
– 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder (adjust to taste)
– Salt, to taste
– Curry leaves, a handful
– Coriander leaves, a handful (chopped)
– Lemon juice, a squeeze (about ½ lemon) Source

Step-by-step Procedure

1) Sauté the base for the paste
Heat 3 tbsp sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottom pan. Add shallots, dried Kashmiri red chilies, and chopped tomatoes. Sauté until softened.

2) Add aromatics + spices + nuts
Add almonds (or cashews), ginger, garlic, and cloves. Sauté until aromatic and well-cooked.

3) Cool and grind
Move the sautéed mixture to a plate, cool completely, then grind to a smooth paste with a little water. Set aside.

4) Build the chicken base
In the same pan, sauté 1 sliced large onion until translucent. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.

5) Add chicken + spice powders
Add the chicken. Season with turmeric, chicken masala powder, Kashmiri chili powder, and salt. Mix well to coat evenly.
6) Add the ground paste and slow cook
Add the prepared masala paste. Rinse the mixer jar with a little water and add that too. Cook on low heat for ~40–45 minutes, stirring occasionally. (No extra water is needed since the chicken releases moisture.)

7) Finish with herbs
When chicken is tender and masala turns thick, add curry leaves + coriander leaves

8) Final touch

Squeeze little lemon juice and Turn off the heat.

Your tasty red chilli chicken masala is ready to be served hot hot with rice or roti or chappathi.

Tips for Best Taste

– Go low and slow: The 40–45 minute low-flame cook is what makes the masala clingy and intense.
– Cool before grinding: Grinding hot sautéed mix can turn bitter and may also pressure-build in the jar—cool it fully first.
– Adjust spice smartly: Keep the dried chilies for flavor, but reduce Kashmiri chili powder if you want a milder version.
– Use a heavy pan/clay pot: Helps prevent burning during slow cooking and gives better body.

Notes & Variations

– Almonds vs cashews: Almonds are used, but cashews work as a substitute for similar richness and thickness.
– Serving ideas: This tastes especially great mixed with plain rice, and also pairs well with chapathi/roti, dosa, idli.
– Consistency control (optional): If you prefer it more “gravy-like,” add a small splash of hot water near the end (do it gradually so it doesn’t become thin).

Storage & Reheating

Here are safe, practical guidelines:
– Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 2–3 days. 
– Freezer: Freeze up to 1 month for best flavor (thaw overnight in the fridge). 
– Reheat: Reheat until piping hot; add a splash of water if the masala has thickened too much. 
It is always good to eat the cooked meal within a day.

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Red Chilli Chicken Masala

Red Chilli Chicken Masala is a bold, spicy and thick chicken recipe perfect for rice. The masala is roasted until oil separates, giving the dish a rich taste and deep colour. This home-style chicken curry is easy to prepare and ideal for a comforting lunch or dinner.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword chicken masala for rice, clay pot chicken curry, home made chicken masala, hotel style chicken masala, kashmiri chilli chicken, red chilli chicken masala, slow cooked chicken curry, spicy chicken masala

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 500kcal

Author Akila

Cost 10

Equipment

• kadai
• bowl for mixing

Ingredients

For the masala paste

• – 3 tbsp sesame oil / gingelly oil Sesame oil
• – 15–20 small onions / shallots
• – 7–8 Kashmiri dried red chilies Kashmiri chili
• – 2 tomatoes roughly chopped
• – 8 almonds or substitute cashews
• – 1-inch ginger
• – 5–6 garlic cloves
• – 5–6 cloves
• – A little water for grinding (as needed) Source

For the chicken masala

• – ½ kg chicken cut into pieces
• – 1 large onion sliced lengthwise
• – 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• – ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• – 1½ tsp chicken masala powder
• – 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder adjust to taste
• – Salt to taste
• – Curry leaves a handful
• – Coriander leaves a handful (chopped)
• – Lemon juice a squeeze (about ½ lemon) Source

Instructions

Sauté the base for the paste

• Heat 3 tbsp sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottom pan. Add shallots, dried Kashmiri red chilies, and chopped tomatoes. Sauté until softened.

Add aromatics + spices + nuts

• Add almonds (or cashews), ginger, garlic, and cloves. Sauté until aromatic and well-cooked.

Cool and grind

• Move the sautéed mixture to a plate, cool completely, then grind to a smooth paste with a little water. Set aside.

Build the chicken base

• In the same pan, sauté 1 sliced large onion until translucent. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.

Add chicken + spice powders

• Add the chicken. Season with turmeric, chicken masala powder, Kashmiri chili powder, and salt. Mix well to coat evenly.

Add the ground paste and slow cook

• Add the prepared masala paste. Rinse the mixer jar with a little water and add that too. Cook on low heat for ~40–45 minutes, stirring occasionally. (No extra water is needed since the chicken releases moisture.)

Finish with herbs

• When chicken is tender and masala turns thick, add curry leaves + coriander leaves

Final touch

• Squeeze little lemon juice and Turn off the heat.

Video

Notes

– Almonds vs cashews: Almonds are used, but cashews work as a substitute for similar richness and thickness.
– Serving ideas: This tastes especially great mixed with plain rice, and also pairs well with chapathi/roti, dosa, idli.
– Consistency control (optional): If you prefer it more “gravy-like,” add a small splash of hot water near the end (do it gradually so it doesn’t become thin).

FAQ

1) Is this dish very spicy?
It’s meant to be spicy. To reduce heat, cut down the Kashmiri chili powder and/or reduce the number of dried chilies in the paste.

2) Can I make it without almonds?
Yes—cashews are a mentioned substitute and will still give a thick, rich masala.

3) Do I need to add water while cooking?
Typically no, because chicken releases moisture; only the jar-rinse water is added with the paste. Source

4) What goes best with Red Chilli Chicken Masala?
It’s shown as a side for rice & roti, and also works with dosa/idli.

5) How do I know it’s done?
When the chicken is tender and the masala becomes thick and well-coated, it’s ready for herbs + lemon finishing.

6. Why is my red chilli chicken masala not thick?
If the masala is watery, it means:
Tomatoes were not cooked properly.
Masala was not roasted until oil separated.
Too much water was added.
Cook on medium flame and roast well until oil separates for thick consistency.

7. Can I use boneless chicken?
Yes, you can use boneless chicken.
But bone-in chicken gives:
More flavour
Better texture
Juicier result
For authentic taste, bone-in is recommended.

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It has a soft and crumbly texture — not too soft like upma and not too dry like podimas.
Perfect for busy mornings and weight loss diet.

How to make Ragi Aval Egg and vegetable stir fry

Now lets see how to make this Finger millet egg and vegetable stir fry or the ragi aval upma recipe

Ingredients

• Ragi aval – 1 cup
• water – 1/2 cup
• eggs – 4 (for vegetarian version add panneer and vegan version, add tofu)
• vegetables of your choice – 1/4 cup oi – 2 tbsp
• mustard seeds – little
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
• green chilli – 2 chopped finely
• curry leaves – a handful
• asafoetida – little
• onion – 1 medium sized
• salt – as per taste
• turmeric – less than 1/4 tsp
• coriander leaves for garnishing

Description

• Soak ragi with half cup water. use the same cup used for measuring the ragi.
• Heat oil in a pan.
• Add mustard, urud dal, cumin and fry a min.
• now add the green chilli, cury leaves and asafoetida.
• Add the onion and saute well.
• Add vegetables and sauté well.
• Break eggs and scramble well with the mixture.
• Add soaked ragi aval and mix well
• Add salt and turmeric. Cook until crumbly texture forms.
• Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Tips

Do not over soak ragi aval.
Cook in medium flame to maintain crumbly texture.
Add more vegetables for kids.

FAQ

Is Ragi Aval good for weight loss?

Yes, it is rich in fiber and keeps you full for longer.

Can I skip egg?

Yes, you can make it completely vegetarian. Add panneer to make it as a vegetarian dish and add tofu to make it full vegan dish

Can it be stored?

Yes you can store it. But I advice you to consume with in the same day, so you can feel the freshness of egg and ragi.

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CHICKEN RECIPES

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Soup

1. Thick chicken soup

Side dish – Gravy

1. 1. Simple chicken gravy for beginners
   2. Spicy country chicken kurma
   3. Coriander chicken gravy
   4. Chettinad Pepper chicken
   5. Chicken cashew gravy
   6. Chicken Kurma
   7. Chicken manchurian
   8. Nadan Kozhi Curry ( Kerala chicken curry )
   9. Chicken Kuzhambu step by step – Simple version
   10. Chicken Gravy step by step
   11. Kaju chicken – spicy version
   12. Arachuvitta Naatu Kozhi Kuzhambu
   13. Karaikudi Chicken Fry (semi gravy)
   14. Butter Chicken / Murgh Makhani Recipe
   15. Red chilli chicken recipe
   16. Bachelor Chicken Curry

Side dish – Dry

1. Country chicken fry / Naatu kozhi varuval
2. Popcorn Chicken
3. Chicken tikka in skewer
4. Chicken franks – fried in indian style
5. Chicken tikka
6. Chicken 65
7. Pepper chicken chettinad – dry
8. Easy Chicken Masala for beginners
9. Chicken 65 – version 2 (Restaurant Style)
10. Crispy Chicken Fry (like KFC)
11. Ginger Chicken Fry – Dry version
12. Butter Chicken Roast
13. Garlic Tomato Chicken Roast
14. Chilli Chicken Dry Version
15. Quick Chicken Fry

Biryani

1. Chicken Biryani
2. Country chicken Biryani

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FISH RECIPES

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Sides – Gravy/Kuzhambu

1. Meen Kuzhambu (Sankara meen kuzhambu) – Amma Special
2. Karuvadu Kuzhambu / Dry fish gravy
3. Vaala karuvadu vathakkal
4. Ikan bilis sambal / Nethili Sambal
5. Meen Molee / Fish in coconut milk
6. Nethili Karuvadu Kuzhambu
7. Singapore Fish Head Curry
8. Nethili Karuvadu Thokku

Sides – Dry

1. Masala Fish Fry
2. Anchovies dry fish fry / Nethili karuvadu varuval
3. How to make Sura Puttu / Scrambled shark
4. Fish Manchurian – dry
5. Vaalai karuvadu fry / Ribbon dry fish fry
6. Simple Fish Fry
7. Anchovies Fish Fry
8. Kerala Style Pomfret Fry
9. Andhra Style Fish Fry
10. Indian Style Salmon Fish Fry
11. Small Fish Fry 
12. Curry Leaves Fish Fry

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PRAWN RECIPES

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Sides – Gravy

1. Prawn Roast in Kerala Style / Chemeen Roast
2. Goan Shrimp Curry
3. Prawn Pepper Gravy
4. Prawn Kuzhambu
5. Tom yam Coconut prawns
6. Prawn Gravy
7. Prawn Thokku / Shrimp Thokku
8. Malabar Prawn Curry
9. Goan Prawn Vindaloo
10. Andhra style spicy prawn curry
11. Coconut Prawn Curry
12. Kadai Prawns 
13. Prawn Masala Goan Style

Sides – Dry / Starters / Snacks

1. Prawn Pakora
2. How to make Crispy Prawns – step by step
3. Prawn fry
4. Prawn Cutlets
5. Prawn Tikka
6. Prawn 65
7. Andhra Style Prawn fry
8. Garlic Butter Prawns
9. Goan Prawn Fry – Simple method
10. Restaurant Style Prawn Fry

Biryani / Rice

1. Prawn rice sevai Biryani
2. Prawn Dum Biryani
3. Prawn Pepper Fried Rice
4. Prawn Biryani using Coconut Milk
5. Spicy Prawn Fried Rice

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EGG RECIPES

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1. French Toast
2. Muttai Kurma / Egg Kurma
3. Egg Biryani
4. Egg Podimas / Scrambled egg
5. Egg and Capsicum Gravy
6. Egg Balchao
7. Spicy Egg Masala
8. Egg Thokku
9. Muttai Kuzhambu (udacha mutta kulambu)
10. Scrambled Egg Curry
11. Vegetable Egg Burji
12. Egg Pepper Masala
13. Masala Egg Roast 
14. Fried Egg Sandwich
15. Masala French Toast
16. Quick Egg Fry
17. Egg fried rice in 5 min
18. Easy Egg pepper fry
19. Egg Cutlet
20. Podi Muttai
21. Ragi Aval and Egg fry

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MUTTON RECIPES

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1. Mutton Soup
2. Mutton Pepper Fry
3. Mutton Kola Urundai 
4. Mutton Biryani
5. Mutton Kuzhambu
6. Mutton Masala
7. Mutton Semi Gravy
8. Mutton Kola Urundai – my father’s version
9. Mutton Pepper Masala

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How to make Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu Varuval

This Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu Varuval is a famous street food recipe of Tamil Nadu and it is mostly served with chicken biryani or parotta in the road side shops.

Also there are so many styles of making this dish and what I have prepared is easiest and the spicy one. In coming days, we will see the different styles of this recipe soon.

If you love egg dishes, then I recommend some of the below tasty egg recipes.

• Quick egg fry
• Udaitha Muttai kuzhambu
• Spicy egg masala
• Masala Egg roast
• Egg thokku

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Easy Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu varuval

Easy Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu varuval is so easy to make side dish recipe, which can be finished in just 4 to 5 minutes. Also this is really very spicy recipe and those who cannot bare the spicy dishes, I warn you to stay away from this dish.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword 2 min egg fry, egg pepper fry, muttai milagu varuval

Prep Time 0 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

boiling time 8 minutes minutes

Total Time 13 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 200kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• Eggs – 4 to 5
• Oil – 2 to 3 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1/4 tsp
• curry leaves – little
• asafoetida – little
• Turmeric – 1/4 tsp
• salt – as req
• chilli flakes – 1/2 tsp
• Freshly ground black pepper powder – 1 tbsp
• Rice flour – 1 tbsp
• Coriander leaves – for garnishing

Instructions

• Hard boil the eggs, cool it down and remove the shell. Cut them lengthwise and keep it aside.

Make the Tempering

• In a pan add 2 to 3 tbsp of oil and once it is hot, add the mustard, urud dal (black gram), cumin seeds.
• Add the curry leaves and fry for a minute until the curry leaves becomes crispy.
• To this add the turmeric, salt, asafoetida and the chilli flakes. Fry these for about a minute again in low flame.
• Now add in the freshly ground black pepper powder and give a quick mix with the spices. Once you have added the pepper powder, you should not fry them in high flame or for more time. just fry in low flame for 30 sec only because the pepper gives bitter taste once fried for a long time.

Fry the eggs

• Now add in the boiled eggs and fry for a minute.
• Add in the rice flour to this. Rice flour is used to make the masala to coat well on the eggs also also gives little crispiness to the eggs and also adding the rice flour, makes the egg fry to be less spicy so that, you can give it to your kids. (This step is pure optional)
• Flip the eggs and fry the other side
• Fry the eggs for another 2 to 3 minutes until the masala are well coated with the eggs. if you want you can sprinkle little more pepper to this.
• Masala coated well.
• Switch off the stove. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.

Video

Notes

check the below notes

Ingredients to make the recipe

• Eggs – 4 to 5
• Oil – 2 to 3 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1/4 tsp
• curry leaves – little
• asafoetida – little
• Turmeric – 1/4 tsp
• salt – as req
• chilli flakes – 1/2 tsp
• Freshly ground black pepper powder – 1 tbsp
• Rice flour – 1 tbsp
• Coriander leaves – for garnishing

Step by step instructions to make the Egg pepper fry

Lets see how to make the easy egg pepper fry with step wise pictures.

Hard boil the eggs, cool it down and remove the shell. Cut them lengthwise and keep it aside.

Make the Tempering

In a pan add 2 to 3 tbsp of oil and once it is hot, add the mustard, urud dal (black gram), cumin seeds.

Add the curry leaves and fry for a minute until the curry leaves becomes crispy.

To this add the turmeric, salt, asafoetida and the chilli flakes. Fry these for about a minute again in low flame.

Now add in the freshly ground black pepper powder and give a quick mix with the spices. Once you have added the pepper powder, you should not fry them in high flame or for more time. just fry in low flame for 30 sec only because the pepper gives bitter taste once fried for a long time.

Fry the eggs

Now add in the boiled eggs and fry for a minute.

Add in the rice flour to this. Rice flour is used to make the masala to coat well on the eggs also also gives little crispiness to the eggs and also adding the rice flour, makes the egg fry to be less spicy so that, you can give it to your kids. (This step is pure optional)

Flip the eggs and fry the other side

Fry the eggs for another 2 to 3 minutes until the masala are well coated with the eggs. if you want you can sprinkle little more pepper to this.

Masala coated well.

Switch off the stove. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.

Serve the Spicy Easy Egg Pepper Fry as the side dish to the biryani or paratha.

Notes

1. Adding the rice flour is purely optional only. It gives light crispiness and also reduces the spiciness of the dish a little bit. Also instead of rice flour, you can add gram flour also.
2. Do not fry the egg more than 5 minutes, as it may make the egg a bit rubbery.

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Easy quick egg fry recipe with video and easy step by step instructions for your easy undersatnding and learning.

How to make Quick Egg Fry

This Quick egg fry recipe can be made in just 2 min of time when you have the hard boiled egg in hand and people who are in hurry burry can finish this recipe soon.

Though this egg fry can be made in just 2 minutes of time, it still tastes great with all the masala coated and fried in hot oil. Even for frying this requires very little oil only.

This egg fry recipe can be made easily in morning and it really makes a best side dish for any kind of rice and you can pack this for your kids or hubby’s lunch box.

If you like egg recipes, then do check out the following recipes

• scrabled egg fry
• Egg masala
• egg pepper masala
• Masala egg roast

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• 30+ chicken recipes
• 50+ sea food recipes
• 20+ egg recipes

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Quick egg fry | Egg fry in 2 min | Muttai fry | Egg Recipes

Quick egg fry is very easy to make and as the name indicates, it is very very quick as it can be , finished in just 2 min of time, when you have the hard boiled egg in hand alread

Course Side Dish

Cuisine South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword 2 min egg fry, muttai fry, quick egg fry

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 300kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• hard boiled eggs – 5
• oil – 4 to 5 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• curry leaves – 2 springs
• turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
• coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
• salt – as per taste
• ginger – 1/4 tsp optional
• garlic – 1/4 tsp optional
• coriander leaves for garnishing

Instructions

• check the below instructions

Video

Notes

Check the below notes 

Ingredients

• hard boiled eggs – 5
• oil – 4 to 5 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• curry leaves – 2 springs
• turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
• coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
• salt – as per taste
• ginger – 1/4 tsp (optional)
• garlic – 1/4 tsp (optional)
• coriander leaves for garnishing

Step by step instructions to make 2 min Muttai fry

boil the eggs and remove the shell.

cut them into 2 halfs lengthwise. Keep it aside

in a pan add 4 to 5 tbsp of oil

to this add mustard seeds, urud dal and curry leaves and fry for a while.

Add turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder and salt.

Keep the flame in low and start frying just for 30 sec to 1 min only.

Now add little ginger garlic paste. This step is optional only. If you like ginger garlic smell you can add it, else you can very well avoid them. Fry for about 2 min or until.the garlic smell goes off.

Arrange orPlace the eggs now .

fry a min in one side first.

Slowly turn to the other side and fry a min.

Do this all in low to medium flame as the high flame may make the masala turn black and bitter.

Easy and tasty quick egg fry is ready to be served.

Serve them with any kind of main dishes.

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Easy curry leaves fish fry recipe with video and step by step pictures for your easy understanding and learning.

How to make Curry Leaves Fish Fry Recipe

I always love to try different fish fry recipes as the same fish fry bores me as well as my family members. So this curry leaves fish fry is one such type of fish fry which I recently tried and became a hit in our family.

The spicies added in this fry can be adjusted as per your family taste buds and it doesnot require any specific measurements.

This fry should be fried in coconut oil to get the perfect taste, but other oil like sunflower oil, vegetable oil can also do their justice.

So if you are fish lover, then do check out the below recipes

• Kerala style pomfret fry
• Salmon fry Indian Style
• Nethili Dry Fish Fry
• Small fish fry
• Andhra Style Fish Fry
• Masala Fish fry

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• 30+ Collection of fish recipes
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How to make Curry Leaves Fish Fry Recipe

Curry leaves fish fry is easy to make and have its own unique taste with the curry leaves blend with the indian spices and marinated in fish. This fish is fried in coconut oil ( or sunflower oil ) and served with rice.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword curry leaves fish fry, fish fry, fish fry using curry leaves

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Resting time 45 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 3

Calories 350kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• Kilanga fish – 10 to 12
• Curry leaves – 1/2 cup
• Pepper – 1 tsp
• Ginger – 1/2 inch
• Garlic – 4 to 5
• Dry Red chilli – 2
• Green chilli – 1
• Fennel seeds – 1/4 to 1/2 tsp
• Chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
• Coriander powder- 1/2 tsp
• Turmeric powder- 1/4 tsp
• Salt – as per taste
• Lemon juice from half lemon

Instructions

• Check the below step by step instructions 

Video

Notes

Check the below notes.

Required Ingredients

• Kilanga fish – 10
• Curry leaves – 1/2 cup
• Pepper – 1 tsp
• Ginger – 1/2 inch
• Garlic – 4 to 5
• Dry Red chilli – 2
• Green chilli – 1
• Fennel seeds – 1/4 to 1/2 tsp
• Chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
• Coriander powder- 1/2 tsp
• Turmeric powder- 1/4 tsp
• Salt – as per taste
• Lemon juice from half lemon

(All the above ingredients can be adjusted on no of fish and as per your taste levels)

step by step method to prepare the curry leaves fish fry recipe

Let us see the making of curry leaves fish fry.

prepare the masala

first we need to prepare the masala for the fry. For this, in a mixie jar, add the curry leaves which are tightly packed.

Also add the black pepper corns, garlic, ginger, green chilli, red chilli,

In addition to that, add coriander powder, fennel seeds, turmeric powder, chilli powder,

Also include the salt as per taste, lemon juice from half lemon.

Grind this to a fine paste, adding water little by little.

Here i have taken the kilanga meen for this fry. ( you can choose other fish too). apply this masala paste thoroughly on the fishes.

Let it rest for about 45 to 1 hour for a perfect marination.

Frying the fish

in a pan add enough oil and add the fishes one by one in small batches.

Fry the fish for 2 minutes on one side and turn them to the other side and fry again for 2 minutes.

Again turn them and fry for 2 min and repeat unitl the fish is well cooked. Normally for this, the fish becomes brown color as we have added curry leaves. Also do not over fry them, as the curry leaves might give light bitter taste to the fishes.

Filter the oil and remove them. Repeat the same with other fishes.

Easy and tasty curry leaves fish fry is ready to be served.

Notes

1. Do not reduce the curry leaves quantity as the unique taste comes from curry leaves only.
2. The chilli powder, green chilli, pepper etc can be adjusted as per your spice level.
3. If you want you can add 3 to 4 shallots also.
4. Try to use coconut oil for frying as it gives very unique flavour.

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Spicy prawn fried rice recipe with video and easy step by step pictures for your easy understanding and learning.

How to make Spicy Prawn Fried Rice Recipe

Normally fried rice would not be that spicy but this one is unique from the ordinary ones. You definitely need some less spicy side dish like capsicum raita or mixed vegetable raita for this spicy prawn fried rice.

Prawn fried rice is our family favourite. I have lots of prawn recipes and still love to try more and more.

This fried rice i tried recently and became an instant hit in our family. This can be prepared without more spiciness also.

In this, prawns are first marinated with chilli powder and soya sauce and fried and cooked for about 75 to 80% and used later.

If you are a sea food lover like me, then do try the below prawn recipes

• Crispy prawns
• Garlic butter prawns
• prawns fry
• Prawn 65
• Prawn cutlet

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• 30+ fish recipes
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How to make Spicy Prawn Fried Rice Recipe

Spicy Prawn Fried Rice Recipe is a quick and tasty recipe which can be easily made in 20 minutes of time and tastes spicy and delicious. Normally fried rice would not be that spicy but this one is unique from the ordinary ones. You definitely need some less spicy side dish like capsicum raita or mixed vegetable raita for this spicy prawn fried rice.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Keyword prawn fried rice, spicy prawn fried rice

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 450kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

To marinate

• Prawn – 30 pieces
• Salt – 1/4 tsp
• Chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Soya sauce – 1 tsp
• Vinegar – 1 tsp

To prepare fried rice

• Cooked biryani rice – 2 to 3 cups
• Oil – 3 to 4 tbsp
• Ginger- 1/2 inch
• Garlic – 4 to 5 cloves chopped finely
• Onion – 1 med size
• Spring onion green part – 1 to 2 tsp
• Spring onion white part – 2 tsp
• Capsicum- 1/2 cup cubed
• *Green chilli – 1 to 2 as per your spice level
• Pepper powder – 1/4 tsp
• Chilli sauce – 1 tbsp
• Sugar – 1 tsp
• Salt – as req
• Vinegar – 1 to 2 tsp
• Light soya sauce – 1 to 2 tsp

Instructions

• Check the below step by step instructions 

Video

Notes

Check the below notes.

Required Ingredients

To marinate

• Prawn – 30 pieces
• Salt – 1/4 tsp
• Chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Soya sauce – 1 tsp
• Vinegar – 1 tsp

To prepare fried rice

• Cooked biryani rice – 2 to 3 cups
• Oil – 3 to 4 tbsp
• Ginger- 1/2 inch
• Garlic – 4 to 5 cloves chopped finely
• Onion – 1 med size
• Spring onion green part – 1 to 2 tsp
• Spring onion white part – 2 tsp
• Capsicum- 1/2 cup cubed
• *Green chilli – 1 to 2 as per your spice level
• Pepper powder – 1/4 tsp
• Chilli sauce – 1 tbsp
• Sugar – 1 tsp
• Salt – as req
• Vinegar – 1 to 2 tsp
• Light soya sauce – 1 to 2 tsp

*i didn’t add, as the chilli powder itself bit spicy for us.

Method to make spicy prawn fired rice

Let us see the making of fried rice.

Marinate the prawns

In a bowl add the deveined and cleaned prawns.

To this add the salt, chilli powder, light soya sauce and vinegar. if you dont have vinegar, you can add the lemon juice also.

Mix them well and allow to marinate for about 30 to 45 minutes. keep it aside.

Fry the prawns

After about 30 minutes, in a big pan, add this marinated prawns. Saute them nicely so that prawns are almost cooked. It should be cooked for about 70 to 75% only.

no need to add any water, as the prawn itself leaves out water. cook in medium flame.

To know that prawns are 75% cooked, it gets curled up nicely and water dries out. It is the correct stage to remove the prawns from the pan.

remove it and keep it aside.

Prepare the fried rice

In the same pan, add oil

and when oil is hot add the ginger and garlic and fry in high flame.

also add the finely chopped onion and fry them too. If you want you can add 2 green chillies at this stage and fry them too. But i have not added here, as this spicy prawn fried rice is already spicy enough for our taste buds.

once the onion are nicely fried, add the capsicum and white part of the spring onions. Fry them in high flame.

In addition to it, add the soya sauce and the vinegar and mix them.

to this add the cooked prawns and green part of spring onions and again fry them in high flame.

Add little sugar so that it gives a nice sweet taste to the veggies and also maintains the colors of the added veggies.

now add the chilli sauce or tomato sauce, (i have added chilli sauce). In addition to it, add the pepper and salt as required.

Mix them well so that prawns gets fully cooked by this time. After that Add the boiled and cooked rice and fry them well in high flame so that they get a nice burnt flavor.

once the rice gets mixed well with the masala, then your spicy prawn fried rice is ready.

serve it with any raita.

Yummy spicy prawn fried rice is ready.

Notes

1. You can adjust all the spiciness as per your taste buds. I have not added green chilli, as the chilli powder itself spicy enough for us.
2. For fried rice, the rice should be fried in high flame so that you can get nice smoky flavour to the dish.
3. Try to use a thick iron wok.

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Chicken masala for beginners is very easy recipe and this one is especially for the beginners in cooking and for the bachelors who think cooking chicken masala is very tough.

Chicekn masala for beginners recipe with step by step pictures for your easy understanding and learning.

Easy Chicken Masala Recipe

Chicken Masala is one of favorite dish. It is simple to make yet tastes great. This recipe is mainly for the beginners and bachelors who wants to try this chicken masala at home. When I came first time to singapore my husband bought some chicken masala powder and tried this dish and said his friend used to prepare the chciken masala that way.  Ooh… I don’t like that taste with store bought masala. We hardly completed that dish. The next week, I called my mom and asked for the recipe. I followed the recipe and the result is awesome. So people who start learning the cooking and bachelors out there, can find this chicken masala to an an easy one. So try it and let me know the outcome. Here we go for the recipe.

 

If you want, you can try some of my simple chicken dishes below

 

Chicken kuzhambu for bachelors

Pepper Chicken Chettinad 

Nadan Kozhi Curry ( Kerala chicken curry )

Chicken gravy step by step
Country chicken kurma

 

Step by step instructions for Masala chicken recipe

 

9. Serve this hot chicken masala with rice or Biryani or Naan or dosa. Anything goes well with this. 

 

 

 

 

Tempting Chicken Masala is ready for serving.

 

Notes: 

1. I made this masala bit sry as I like the dry version. If more onions and tomatoes are added, you can make it a bit gravy. 

2. If you need a little more tangy, you can add 2 tsp of tamarind pulp. 

3. Adding 1 tsp gingelly oil enhances taste.

4. Spiciness can be adjusted according to your taste buds. Above mentioned are for my family taste buds. 

 

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Chicken Masala for beginners

Chicken Masala is one of favorite dish. It is simple to make yet tastes great. This recipe is mainly for the beginners and bachelors who wants to try this chicken masala at home. When I came first time to singapore my husband bought some chicken masala powder and tried this dish and said his friend used to prepare the chciken masala that way. Ooh… I don’t like that taste with store bought masala. We hardly completed that dish. The next week, I called my mom and asked for the recipe. I followed the recipe and the result is awesome. So people who start learning the cooking and bachelors out there, can find this chicken masala to an an easy one.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine South Indian

Keyword chicken masala for beginngers, chicken masala recipe, masala chicken

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

marination 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 500kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

Marination

• Chicken – 1/2 kg
• Chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander powder – 1 tsp
• Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• Salt – 1/2 tsp

Spices

• Cardamom – 2 pods
• Fennel – 3/4 tsp
• Cinnamon stick – 5 1 inch size
• Star anise – 2
• Bay leaf – 1 crushed
• Cloves – 6 to 7

Other Ingredients

• Sunflower oil – 5 tsp
• Gingelly oil – 1 tsp
• Curry leaves – few
• Onion – 2 finely chopped
• Tomato – 2 finely chopped
• Ginger Garlic – 2 tsp
• Green chillies – 2
• Chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander powder – 1 tsp
• Garam masala – 1 tsp
• Water – 1 cup + or – Salt as per taste

Instructions

• Wash the chicken with salt nicely. Add the chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder and mix well. Allow to rest for 30 min atleast.
• In a wok or kadai, add 5 tsp oil and when it is hot add all the spices one by one and finally the curry leaves. Add the onion.
• Let the onion become translucent. Now add in the tomatoes.
• Add in the ginger garlic paste and the green chillies. Sauté till the raw smell of the ginger garlic goes off.
• Add in the marinated chicken pieces now. Add 1 cup water mix well.
• Close with a lid and let the chciken gets cooked for 10 min. Now add in the chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder and required salt.
• Let it cook for another 5 min. Add the garam masala powder now. Mix well and sprinkle some water and allow the chciken to get cooked in the masala powder.
• Cook till the oils oozes out. Add gingelly oil at this time. Wait for 2 min. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.
• Serve this hot chicken masala with rice or Biryani or Naan or dosa. Anything goes well with this.

Notes

1. I made this masala bit sry as I like the dry version. If more onions and tomatoes are added, you can make it a bit gravy.
2.  If you need a little more tangy, you can add 2 tsp of tamarind pulp.
3.  Adding 1 tsp gingelly oil enhances taste.
4.  Spiciness can be adjusted according to your taste buds. Above mentioned are for my family taste buds.

*Post first published on May 7th 2014. Updated with recipe.

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Prawn Biryani is my most favorite Biryani than any other Biryani I make. I love prawns to the core and have lot of prawn recipes in my blog. Even my lil ones love this biryani as it has mild spiciness since we add the coconut milk instead of water. This coconut milk prawn biryani gives more richer taste to the prawns as well as Biryani. Some of my favorite prawn recipes in my blog are 

 

Crispy Prawns
Eral Thokku
Andhra style prawn fry
Malabar Prawn curry
Prawn roast in kerala style
Garlic Butter Prawns

Prawn Pakora
Prawn Vindaloo

 

 

Coconut Milk Prawn Biryani

Preparation time: 35 min (including rice soaking time and cleaning of prawns) | Cook Time: 30 min | Serves: 5

Recipe Category: Main | Recipe Cuisine: South Indian

 

Ingredients 

To Temper
Fennel Seeds – 1/2 tsp
Cloves – 4
Cinnamon stick – 1
Cardomom – 1
Bay leaf – 1
Star Anise – 2

 

For Biryani
Prawn – 1/2 kg
Basmathi rice – 3 cups
Onion – 2 (chopped lengthwise)
Tomato – 2
Ginger Garlic Paste – 1.5 tsp 
Green Chillies – 2 (slit into half – lengthwise)
Chilli powder – 1.5 tsp
Mint leaves – 3 tbsp (chopped nicely) 
Coriander leaves – 3 tbsp (chopped nicely)
Thick Coconut Milk – 2 cups
Water – 3 cups 
Oil – 2 tbsp
Ghee – 2 tbsp
Cashews – few (optional)
Coriander leaves for garnishing
Salt – as per taste

 

Method to prepare Prawn Biryani

1. Wash and Soak the rice for 20min. Clean and devein the prawns. Wash with salt and keep it ready. In the pressure cooker or pan, add the oil and when it is hot, add the ingredients mentioned in To temper one by one and fry for a min, keeping flame in medium.

2. Add the onion and ginger garlic paste and saute, till the raw smell of ginger goes off. Add the tomato and saute it. 

3. Add the green chilli, coriander leaves, mint leaves, and saute for a min. Then add the chilli powder, turmeric powder and salt and the Biryani masala.

4. Add in the curd/yogurt now. Let the masala leaves out oil. Now add the washed prawns.

5. Let the prawns gets coated with masala well. When the prawns starts leaving out water, add in the coconut milk and water.

6. When the water starts to boil, add the soaked rice and close the cooker lid. Cook in low flame.

7. Exactly after 10 min, open the lid. Now add the ghee and slightly mix without breaking the rice. Close the lid again for another 5 more minutes.

8. Serve the hot hot coconut milk biryani with mutton masala.

 

 

Yummy Coconut Milk Prawn Biryani is ready.

Notes:
1. This whole biryani, can be made with coconut milk, but as the coconut milk has more cholesterol, I reduced the milk.
2. Spiciness can be adjusted according to the your spice level.

 

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Prawn Biryani using coconut milk

Prawn Biryani is my most favorite Biryani than any other Biryani I make. I love prawns to the core and have lot of prawn recipes in my blog. Even my lil ones love this biryani as it has mild spiciness since we add the coconut milk instead of water. This coconut milk prawn biryani gives more richer taste to the prawns as well as Biryani.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Keyword coconut milk prawn biryani, prawn biryani using coconut milk

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Soaking time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 600kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

To Temper

• Fennel Seeds – 1/2 tsp
• Cloves – 4
• Cinnamon stick – 1
• Cardomom – 1
• Bay leaf – 1
• Star Anise – 2

For Biryani

• Prawn – 1/2 kg
• Basmathi rice – 3 cups
• Onion – 2 chopped lengthwise
• Tomato – 2
• Ginger Garlic Paste – 1.5 tsp
• Green Chillies – 2 slit into half – lengthwise
• Chilli powder – 1.5 tsp
• Mint leaves – 3 tbsp chopped nicely
• Coriander leaves – 3 tbsp chopped nicely
• Thick Coconut Milk – 2 cups
• Water – 3 cups
• Oil – 2 tbsp
• Ghee – 2 tbsp
• Cashews – few optional
• Coriander leaves for garnishing
• Salt – as per taste

Instructions

• Wash and Soak the rice for 20min. Clean and devein the prawns. Wash with salt and keep it ready. In the pressure cooker or pan, add the oil and when it is hot, add the ingredients mentioned in To temper one by one and fry for a min, keeping flame in medium.
• Add the onion and ginger garlic paste and saute, till the raw smell of ginger goes off. Add the tomato and saute it.
• Add the green chilli, coriander leaves, mint leaves, and saute for a min. Then add the chilli powder, turmeric powder and salt and the Biryani masala.
• Add in the curd/yogurt now. Let the masala leaves out oil. Now add the washed prawns.
• Let the prawns gets coated with masala well. When the prawns starts leaving out water, add in the coconut milk and water.
• When the water starts to boil, add the soaked rice and close the cooker lid. Cook in low flame.
• Exactly after 10 min, open the lid. Now add the ghee and slightly mix without breaking the rice. Close the lid again for another 5 more minutes.
• Serve the hot hot coconut milk biryani with mutton masala.

Notes

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*Post first published on April 27th 2015. Updated with recipe.

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