Kerala Chicken Thoran
A and distinct dry chicken preparation from the southern Indian state of Kerala.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 250 g Chicken De boned and — cut into small cubes
- 150 g Shallots — finely chopped (Kunjulli)
- 5 nos Green chillies — finely chopped
- 5 nos Garlic cloves Crushed or finely chopped or paste
- 3 nos Dried red chillies (Kollamulaku)
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
- Curry leaves, a few
- 1 handful Coconut Do not use desiccated coconut — shredded
- 2 nos Eggs
- 1 handful Frozen Green Peas Cooked
- 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
- Salt, as needed
Preparation
Step 1
Heat the oil in a pan. let the mustard seeds crackle and cook dried red chillies.
Step 2
Throw in the garlic and green chillies.
Step 3
Once they are lightly brown, add the onion.
Step 4
After the onion has slightly browned, add the frozen green peas and stir for about 2 minutes Cook with a covered lid for one more minute.
Step 5
Add the shredded coconut and salt to taste. Stir everything together thoroughly.
Step 6
After 3 - 4 minutes, add the chicken pieces. Stir for about 2 minutes Cook with a covered lid for about 10-15 minutes or more, until the chicken is fully cooked.
Step 7
Add the eggs.
Step 8
Throw in the curry leaves. Add salt if necessary.
Step 9
Keep stirring the eggs until the dish appears dry.
Step 10
Relish Kerala Chicken Thoran with rice. Note : Use all fresh ingredients if possible.
Tip
Do not boil the curry hard after adding coconut milk. A gentle simmer is all you need — vigorous boiling can cause the coconut milk to split.
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