DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA CHICKEN CURRY Recipe

Name: DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA CHICKEN CURRY
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken cut into 12 small pieces; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 medium onions sliced fine; 1 tbsp garamasala; 3 tbsp chicken curry masala or chilli powder; 2 ripe tomatoes peeled, deseeded and grated; 1 tsp salt; 1 curry leaves (optional); 1 tsp ginger and garlic; 1 bunch fresh corriander; 450 ml water; 4 medium potatoes peeled and quartered; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken cut into 12 small pieces
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 medium onions sliced fine
1 tbsp garamasala
3 tbsp chicken curry masala or chilli powder
2 ripe tomatoes peeled, deseeded and grated
1 tsp salt
1 curry leaves (optional)
1 tsp ginger and garlic
1 bunch fresh corriander
450 ml water
4 medium potatoes peeled and quartered
1/2 tsp turmeric powder

1
Prepare the chicken and vegetables.
2
Wash and peel the vegetables.
3
Place the tomatoes in boiled water this will help remove the skin off the tomatoes.
4
Once the skin is off remove the seeds then grate to form tomato puree.
5
Slice the onions fine.
6
Peel and cut the potatoes into quarters then soak in water until needed.
7
This recipe requires just 2 tablespoons oil- no more!
8
Additional oil is released by first browning the chicken.
9
Heat a non stick or heavy based pan on high heat.
10
Add half a teaspoon of vegetable oil.
11
Fry the chicken pieces for a minute or two until slightly brown.
12
Turn down the heat.
13
Remove the chicken pieces from stove.
14
Add the onions into the pan.
15
Allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly brown.
16
Add the ginger and garlic and curry leaves.
17
Add all powered spices.
18
Braise for 2-3 minutes on low heat
19
Add 100 ml water.
20
Stir.
21
Cover and allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes.
22
Add the tomato puree.
23
Stir.
24
Add 100 ml water.
25
Add the chicken pieces.
26
Stir.
27
Add potatoes.
28
Add salt .
29
Add remaining water.
30
Stir.
31
Cover then allow to cook for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
32
Remove from stove.
33
Serve with South African Savoury Rice and salad.

217

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken cut into 12 small pieces, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 2 medium onions sliced fine, 1 tbsp garamasala, and more.

Yes, DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA CHICKEN CURRY 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA CHICKEN CURRY

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