Authentic Madras Curry Recipe

Name: Authentic Madras Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 750 g meat or 750 g chicken; 2 tablespoons corn oil (or any oil); 1 large onion, sliced long and thin; 400 g diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato puree; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or even better, lime); knob ghee; SPICES 1; 4 dried red chilies (more if you like heat); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (again, more if you like heat); 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (that's right, more if you like heat); 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 2 cardamoms; SPICES 2; 1/2 tablespoon garam masala; 1/2 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves

Servings: persons

750 g meat or 750 g chicken
2 tablespoons corn oil (or any oil)
1 large onion, sliced long and thin
400 g diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato puree
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or even better, lime)
knob ghee
SPICES 1
4 dried red chilies (more if you like heat)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (again, more if you like heat)
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (that's right, more if you like heat)
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 cardamoms
SPICES 2
1/2 tablespoon garam masala
1/2 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves

1
Cut meat into cubes and fry in oil to seal. Remove with slotted spoon and leave to one side to drain.
2
Fry the onion in the same oil until golden then add Spices 1, cooking for a further 5 minutes. Add the tinned tomatoes and puree and mix well. Cook for 10 minutes or so.
3
Add the meat and put the the lot into a casserole dish in a pre-heated oven at 200C (400F) and cook for 45 - 60 minutes. Stir half-way through cooking time. (Alternatively, throw it into the slow cooker for 7 to 9 hours.).
4
Add the lemon or lime juice and Spices 2 and simmer for another 10 minutes. Add a little water at any stage if it gets too dry. Add a knob of ghee (and salt, if you must) just before serving.

356

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 750 g meat or 750 g chicken, 2 tablespoons corn oil (or any oil), 1 large onion, sliced long and thin, 400 g diced tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Authentic Madras Curry falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Authentic Madras Curry

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