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.
O rețetă originală de Forkin
- Durată totală
- 1 oră 10 min.
- Porții
- 4
- Dificultate
- Medie
- Per porție
- 522 kcal
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Pregătirea ingredientelor
Ingrediente
Ingrediente
- 700 gchicken thigh, boneless, skinless, cut into 1.5 inch pieces
- 2 lingurăcoconut oil
- 1 buc.yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 lingurăginger, grated
- 3 cățelgarlic, minced
- 1 buc.tomato, diced
- 1 canăwater
- 0,75 lingurițăsalt
garnish
- 2 lingurăfresh coriander, chopped, for garnish
xacuti spice blend
- 4 buc.dried red chili
- 1,5 lingurăcoriander seed
- 1 lingurițăcumin seed
- 0,5 lingurițăblack peppercorn
- 5 buc.clove
- 3 buc.cardamom pod
- 1 buc.cinnamon stick, 1-inch piece
- 1 buc.star anise
- 0,25 buc.mace
- 0,25 lingurițănutmeg, grated
- 0,5 lingurițăturmeric powder
- 0,5 canăgrated coconut, fresh or frozen, thawed
- 1 lingurițăpoppy seed
- 1 lingurăcashew
Ustensile
grinder or blender · dry pan · measuring cups · large pot · measuring spoons · knife · cutting board
Mod de preparare
Pas cu pas
- 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.
Aproximativ 3 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 3 min.
- 3
Remove the roasted spices and coconut mixture from the pan and let them cool completely.
Aproximativ 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.
Aproximativ 5 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 6
Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté until it turns translucent and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
Aproximativ 7 min.
- 7
Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 8
Add the diced tomato and cook until it softens and breaks down, about 3-4 minutes.
Aproximativ 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.
Aproximativ 5 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 2 min.
- 11
Pour in the water, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
Aproximativ 3 min.
- 12
Cover the pot and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Aproximativ 30 min.
Nota bucătarului: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 13
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 14
Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Per porție
Valori nutriționale
- Calorii
- 521,6kcal
- Proteine
- 48g
- Carbohidrați
- 11,4g
- Grăsimi
- 31,6g
- Fibre
- 4g
- Zahăr
- 3,6g
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Păstrează gustul bun
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.