Chicken and Potato Curry (variation)

by a UK based family originating in East Africa
09 July 2017

Cuisine

Diet Type:Main course

Healthy Hints

This recipe cleverly cooks the onions, tomatoes and spices in thier own juices rather than adding fat. Remember, although a portion only gives you 200 calories, this is only true when this recipe is cooked wihout added oil and if it serves 6 people.

Ingredients

Ingredients

1 onion, chopped

300 g tinned tomato

2 tbsp fresh garlic, crushed

5 tsp fresh ginger, crushed

11/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp turmeric

1 tsp chilli powder

1/2 tsp cumin powder

1/2 tsp coriander powder

2 tbsp tomato puree

1 kg chicken

3 medium potato, peeled and diced

1/2 tsp garam masala, ground

1 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped to garnish

What does this chart mean?

  • Calories201kcal
  • Protein31.7g
  • Fat3.1g
  • Saturated fat0.8g
  • Carbohydrate12.4g
  • Sugars (Total)3.7g
  • Fibre1.5g
  • Salt1.5g

Directions

1. Heat a non-stick pot and add the onion, ginger, garlic and tomato. Sauté until soft (about 4 to 5 mins) over a medium heat.

2. Turn the heat down a little and add chicken, spices and tomato puree. Stir well.

3. Add the potatoes and a little bit of water if needed.

4. Cover the pot and cook over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked and the potatoes are tender.

5. Once cooked, adjust the spices and add the garam masala.

6. Garnish with coriander (cilantro).

Bonus tip:

Using a non-stick pot/wok will reduce the need for oil in this recipe.

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