Goan Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe

Name: Goan Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Poppy Seeds; 2 Tablespoons Cumin Seeds; 2 Tablespoons Coriander Seeds; 2 whole Dried Red Chillies; 1 Tablespoon Garlic Paste; 1 teaspoon Ginger Paste; 1 cup Fresh, Grated Coconut; 1 Tablespoon Oil; 2 Onions, Chopped; 1 sprig Fresh Curry Leaves; 2 Tomatoes, Chopped; 500 grams Mixed Chicken Pieces, Boneless Or Bone-in; 1- 1/2 cup Water; 1 teaspoon Garam Masala; 1/2 teaspoons Turmeric Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1 cup Coconut Milk

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Poppy Seeds
2 Tablespoons Cumin Seeds
2 Tablespoons Coriander Seeds
2 whole Dried Red Chillies
1 Tablespoon Garlic Paste
1 teaspoon Ginger Paste
1 cup Fresh, Grated Coconut
1 Tablespoon Oil
2 Onions, Chopped
1 sprig Fresh Curry Leaves
2 Tomatoes, Chopped
500 grams Mixed Chicken Pieces, Boneless Or Bone-in
1- 1/2 cup Water
1 teaspoon Garam Masala
1/2 teaspoons Turmeric Powder
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1 cup Coconut Milk

1
In a frying pan over medium heat, dry roast poppy seeds, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and red chillies.
2
Enjoy the smell!
3
Stir and toss them around for 12 minutes.
4
Once done, grind them together with garlic, ginger and fresh grated coconut, into a fine paste.
5
If necessary, add some water.
6
Set the paste aside.
7
Heat oil in a pan.
8
Add onions and curry leaves and stir-fry until onions turn golden-brown in color.
9
Add tomatoes and cook until they become mushy and oil starts to separate.
10
Add the chicken pieces into the pan and stir fry on medium heat for about 10 minutes.
11
Add the ground paste, water, garam masala, turmeric powder, and salt to taste.
12
Mix well, cover the pan and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
13
Add the coconut milk and simmer for 10 minutes.
14
Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Poppy Seeds, 2 Tablespoons Cumin Seeds, 2 Tablespoons Coriander Seeds, 2 whole Dried Red Chillies, and more.

Yes, Goan Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe 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!