Chicken Bhuna Curry

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely diced
• 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh green chili, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
• 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 can (400 g / 14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• A handful fresh coriander, roughly chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan...: Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the finely diced onion and sauté until...: Add the finely diced onion and sauté until it starts to soften and turn translucent.

3. 3

   Add the chopped garlic, ginger and green chili...: Add the chopped garlic, ginger and green chili to the saucepan and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Mix in the garam masala, ground cumin, ground...: Mix in the garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, and mild chili powder, stirring for 30 seconds until the spices are fragrant.

5. 5

   Add the chicken breast pieces to the pan...: Add the chicken breast pieces to the pan and stir to coat with the spice mixture. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.

6. 6

   Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and water...: Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and water to the pan, and stir to combine.

7. 7

   Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the...: Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the curry, covered, for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, if...: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, if needed.

9. 9

   Garnish with the roughly chopped fresh coriander and...: Garnish with the roughly chopped fresh coriander and serve hot over your favorite rice or with naan bread.