Homestyle Chicken Curry in Omichef Cast Iron Kadai

Chicken curry becomes more flavorful when the onions, tomatoes, and spices are cooked slowly on even heat. The Omichef Cast Iron Kadai is great for this recipe because it holds heat well and helps build deep flavor in the curry.

Ingredients

For chicken curry:

• 750 g chicken
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped or pureed
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tbsp red chilli powder
• 1 tbsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Fresh coriander for garnish

Step-by-Step Method

1. Heat oil in the Omichef Cast Iron Kadai.
2. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
3. Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
4. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute.
5. Add tomatoes, turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt.
6. Cook the masala until oil starts separating.
7. Add chicken pieces and mix well with the masala.
8. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the chicken changes color.
9. Add water as needed, cover, and cook until chicken becomes tender.
10. Add garam masala and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
11. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with rice, roti, or paratha.