Kukul Mas Curry - Sri Lankan Curry Chicken Recipe

Name: Kukul Mas Curry - Sri Lankan Curry Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken drumsticks or 2 lbs chicken legs; 2 tablespoons ghee or 2 tablespoons oil; 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds; 10 curry leaves; 2 large onions, chopped; 4 garlic cloves; 2 teaspoons of grated ginger; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel; 2 teaspoons paprika; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 6 cardamom pods, bruised; 1 stick cinnamon; 1 stalk lemongrass or 2 slices lemon rind; 1 cup thick coconut milk

Servings: persons

2 lbs chicken drumsticks or 2 lbs chicken legs
2 tablespoons ghee or 2 tablespoons oil
1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
10 curry leaves
2 large onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons of grated ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground fennel
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
6 cardamom pods, bruised
1 stick cinnamon
1 stalk lemongrass or 2 slices lemon rind
1 cup thick coconut milk

1
Heat the ghee in a large pan and fry fenugreek and curry leaves until they start to brown.
2
Add onions, garlic and ginger and fry gently until onions are quite soft and golden.
3
Add turmeric, chilli, coriander, cummin, fennel, paprika, salt and vinegar.
4
Stir well.
5
Put everything into the pressure cooker and the ingredients below.
6
Add chicken, tomatoes, whole spices and lemon grass.
7
Add chopped vegetables at this point if using.
8
Cook for 15 minutes in pressure cooker.
9
Release the pressure using the quick release.
10
Add coconut milk, taste and add more salt and a squeeze of lemon juice if required.
11
Pressure cook for 1 minute.
12
Let the pressure out naturally.
13
Serve with rice.

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs chicken drumsticks or 2 lbs chicken legs, 2 tablespoons ghee or 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds, 10 curry leaves, and more.

Yes, Kukul Mas Curry - Sri Lankan Curry Chicken 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!

Kukul Mas Curry - Sri Lankan Curry Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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