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Chicken Korma

Chicken Korma made with Root and cruciferous vegetables. This includes both Yoghurt and Coconut Milk for extra creaminess. It serves 4 people and is best served with rice.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Mild Spicy
Servings: 3
Cost: £10

Ingredients

  • 450 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2.5 cm piece of ginger grated
  • 150 g root vegetables carrots, potatoes, etc., diced
  • 150 g cruciferous vegetables cauliflower, broccoli, etc., chopped into florets
  • 240 ml plain yogurt
  • 240 ml coconut milk
  • 60 g peanut butter
  • 30 ml vegetable oil
  • 2.5 g cumin powder
  • 5 g coriander powder
  • 2.5 g turmeric powder
  • 2.5 g garam masala
  • 2.5 g chili powder adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instructions

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until it becomes translucent and lightly golden brown.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Add the diced root vegetables to the pan and cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.
  • Now, add the chicken pieces. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, peanut butter, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, chili powder, and coconut milk.
  • Pour the yogurt-spice-coconut milk mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the pan. Stir well to combine.
  • Add the chopped cruciferous vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, etc.) to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chicken and vegetables simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  • Check the seasoning and add salt to taste.
  • Once done, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
  • Serve hot with cooked rice.