Chicken Xacuti
Chicken Xacuti is a flavorful Goan curry known for its complex spice blend and coconut base. It features tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, aromatic gravy. This dish offers a unique taste experience with a balance of heat and sweetness.
Een origineel recept van Forkin
- Totale tijd
- 1 uur 10 min
- Porties
- 4
- Moeilijkheid
- Gemiddeld
- Per portie
- 522 kcal
Allergeneninformatie: kan noten bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.
Mise-en-place
Ingrediënten
Ingrediënten
- 700 gchicken thigh, boneless, skinless, cut into 1.5 inch pieces
- 2 elcoconut oil
- 1 styellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 elginger, grated
- 3 teentjegarlic, minced
- 1 sttomato, diced
- 1 kopjewater
- 0,75 tlsalt
garnish
- 2 elfresh coriander, chopped, for garnish
xacuti spice blend
- 4 stdried red chili
- 1,5 elcoriander seed
- 1 tlcumin seed
- 0,5 tlblack peppercorn
- 5 stclove
- 3 stcardamom pod
- 1 stcinnamon stick, 1-inch piece
- 1 ststar anise
- 0,25 stmace
- 0,25 tlnutmeg, grated
- 0,5 tlturmeric powder
- 0,5 kopjegrated coconut, fresh or frozen, thawed
- 1 tlpoppy seed
- 1 elcashew
Keukengerei
grinder or blender · dry pan · measuring cups · large pot · measuring spoons · knife · cutting board
De bereidingswijze
Stap voor stap
- 1
For the xacuti spice blend, dry roast the dried red chilies, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, star anise, and mace in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Ongeveer 3 min
Tip van de kok: Ensure spices are not burned to avoid bitterness.
- 2
Add the grated coconut, poppy seeds, and cashews to the pan and continue to roast for another 2-3 minutes until the coconut turns light golden brown.
Ongeveer 3 min
- 3
Remove the roasted spices and coconut mixture from the pan and let them cool completely.
Ongeveer 5 min
- 4
Once cooled, transfer the spice mixture to a grinder or blender, add the nutmeg and turmeric powder, and grind into a fine paste using a little water if needed.
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: Add water gradually to achieve a smooth paste consistency without making it too thin.
- 5
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 6
Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté until it turns translucent and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
Ongeveer 7 min
- 7
Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 8
Add the diced tomato and cook until it softens and breaks down, about 3-4 minutes.
Ongeveer 4 min
- 9
Add the prepared xacuti spice paste to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate from the paste.
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: This step develops the flavors of the spice paste.
- 10
Add the chicken pieces and salt to the pot, mixing well to coat the chicken with the spice paste.
Ongeveer 2 min
- 11
Pour in the water, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
Ongeveer 3 min
- 12
Cover the pot and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Ongeveer 30 min
Tip van de kok: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 13
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 14
Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Per portie
Voedingswaarden
- Calorieën
- 521,6kcal
- Eiwit
- 48g
- Koolhydraten
- 11,4g
- Vet
- 31,6g
- Vezels
- 4g
- Suiker
- 3,6g
Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.
Goed bewaren
Store leftover Chicken Xacuti in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water if needed, or in the microwave until heated through.