Serve 4
Preparation time: 15 min
Cooking time: 15 min
30 ml (2 T) oil
2 onions, sliced
1 tomato, diced
5 garlic cloves, chopped
15 ml (1 T) ginger paste
10 ml (2 t) ground coriander
5 ml (1 t) ground cumin
2 ml (½ t) turmeric
2 ml (½ t) chilli powder
10 ml (2 t) roasted masala
4 boneless chicken breasts, cubed
375 ml (1 ½ c) water
2 green chillies, finely chopped (optional)
1 Mix the oil and onions in a microwave-proof bowl and microwave for 3 minutes on full power.
2 Grind the cooked onions to a smooth paste with a mortar and pestle and set aside. Grind the tomato, garlic and ginger to a smooth paste with the mortar and pestle.
3 Mix the two pastes in a microwave-proof bowl and microwave for 3 minutes. Mix in the spices and chicken cubes and microwave for a further 2 minutes. Stir in the water and microwave for another 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.
4 Stir in green chillies (if using) for more intense heat and serve with naan bread or rice and plain yoghurt.
