Spicy & Tangy Goan Chicken Stew with Vegetables
Description:
Goan Chicken Stew is a deliciously aromatic dish, combining tender chicken and vegetables in a flavorful, tangy broth. This comforting stew, often enjoyed with rice, is perfect for any weather and brings the rich taste of Goan cuisine to your table.
Cuisine: Goan
Course: Dinner
Diet: High Protein, Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 500 grams Chicken (preferably with bones)
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 1 Tomato, finely chopped
- 4 Green Chillies, slit
- 2 Carrots (Gajjar), chopped
- 2 Potato (Aloo), peeled and diced
- 1/3 cup Green peas (Matar)
- 1 inch Ginger, finely chopped
- 6 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Coriander Powder (Dhania)
- 1-1/2 teaspoon Cumin powder (Jeera)
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper powder
- 4 tablespoons Tamarind Paste
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon Gingelly oil
- Water, as required
For marination:
- 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Instructions:
- Begin by washing the chicken pieces thoroughly.
- For marination, mix red chilli powder, salt, and lemon juice with the chicken in a bowl. Let it marinate in the fridge for 1 hour.
- In a small bowl, dissolve tamarind paste in 1-1/2 cups of water and set aside.
- To prepare the stew, heat gingelly oil in a large wok over medium heat. Add the chopped ginger and garlic, cooking for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the finely chopped onions and green chillies, sautéing for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
- Add the marinated chicken pieces and sauté for 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to partially cook.
- Now, add the chopped carrots and potatoes, mixing them well with the chicken.
- Sprinkle in the coriander powder, cumin powder, black pepper powder, and salt. Stir well for a few minutes to coat the chicken and vegetables in the spices.
- Add the green peas, tamarind water, and any additional water to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Cover the stew and let it cook for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken and vegetables are fully cooked.
- Taste and adjust the salt and spices if necessary.
- Serve the Goan Chicken Stew hot with Goan-style Sana (soft steamed rice cakes) or steamed rice for a complete meal.
Enjoy your spicy, tangy Goan Chicken Stew as a satisfying and hearty dinner!
