Chicken Vindaloo Recipe

Name: Chicken Vindaloo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 - 3 1/2 lb chicken, quartered and skinned; salt & freshly ground black pepper; ghee or butter; 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced; 2 cups yellow onions, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons ginger powder; 2 teaspoons cumin powder; 2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds, ground; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 tablespoon turmeric; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 cups water; tamarind paste; 2 tablespoons dried tamarind, mixed with; 2 tablespoons hot water, worked through a sieve, discarding the seeds

Servings: persons

1 - 3 1/2 lb chicken, quartered and skinned
salt & freshly ground black pepper
ghee or butter
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 cups yellow onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons ginger powder
2 teaspoons cumin powder
2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds, ground
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups water
tamarind paste
2 tablespoons dried tamarind, mixed with
2 tablespoons hot water, worked through a sieve, discarding the seeds

1
Salt and pepper the chicken quarters. Heat a large frying pan and brown the chicken in the Ghee. You will have to do this in two batches.
2
Remove the chicken to a 6-quart stove-top covered casserole, leaving the fat in the pan.
3
Add the garlic and onion to the pan and saute until golden brown.
4
Add to the casserole along with the ginger, cumin, mustard seed, cinnamon, cloves, turmeric, cayenne, and paprika.
5
Saute all for a few minutes and add all the remaining ingredients except for the garnishes.
6
Cover and simmer until the chicken is tender. about 45 minutes. Stir a few times during cooking; partially remove the lid during the last 10 minutes or so to thicken the sauce. Top with garnishes.
7
Ghee: Butter that is cooked to separate the clear butter fat from the milk solids and moisture, an ingenious method that allows butter to keep for long periods of time.
8
Tamarind: Tamarind paste and concentrate, fresh products, are available in the produce section of many ethnic markets. Both products, made from the tamarind pod, need to be reconstituted.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 - 3 1/2 lb chicken, quartered and skinned, salt & freshly ground black pepper, ghee or butter, 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken Vindaloo falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Chicken Vindaloo

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