Sambal Chicken Recipe

Name: Sambal Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chicken, chopped into bite size; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 stalk curry leaf; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 big tomatoes, chopped; 15 shallots; 2 cm ginger; 1 teaspoon anise seed; 12 cloves garlic; 2 peppercorns; 1 tablespoon chili paste, made from dried chillies soaked and then ground; 1 tablespoon curry powder (chicken masala); 3/4 teaspoon salt; Tamarind Juice; 1 tablespoon tamarind pulp, mixed with and water and squeezing the juice; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; red chile (garnish)

Servings: persons

1 chicken, chopped into bite size
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 stalk curry leaf
1 large onion, chopped
1 big tomatoes, chopped
15 shallots
2 cm ginger
1 teaspoon anise seed
12 cloves garlic
2 peppercorns
1 tablespoon chili paste, made from dried chillies soaked and then ground
1 tablespoon curry powder (chicken masala)
3/4 teaspoon salt
Tamarind Juice
1 tablespoon tamarind pulp, mixed with and water and squeezing the juice
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
red chile (garnish)

1
Pound shallots, ginger, aniseed, garlic and peppercorns together to make the spice paste and set it aside.
2
Heat oil in a pan; add mustard seeds and curry leaves.
3
(brings out the flavour) Add chopped oions and fry till golden brown.
4
Add spice paste and fry till fragrant.
5
Add chilli paste and fry lightly.
6
Add chopped tomato and curry powder and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
7
Add chicken and stir-fry for 8 minutes.
8
Cover pan and let mixture simmer till chicken is almost done.
9
Add tamarind juice and simmer till chicken is fully cooked.
10
Add coconut milk, lower heat and continue to stir till oil appears on the surface.
11
Serve with hot fragrant rice.

409

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chicken, chopped into bite size, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 1 stalk curry leaf, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sambal 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!

Sambal Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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