Gongura Chicken Fry

Introduce

Chef :

Bethica Das

Gongura Chicken Fry

#leafygreens - This is my version of a traditional Andhra delicacy, where Chicken is cooked with gongura (sorrel) leaves. It is also known as Chukka or Ambada bhaji. It is generally cooked with mutton, but I used chicken for a change and also as it is far more healthier than red meat. Coming to this dish, it has a tangy taste. You can increase the quantity of red chilli powder to make it more spicy and also to balance the taste and flavour. Enjoy it with any form of rice or Indian bread.

Ingredient

500 gm

chicken, curry cut

1-2 bunches

gongura leaves (sorrel leaves), chopped

3 tbsp.

oil

onions, chopped

2-3

garlic cloves, chopped

to taste

salt

1 tsp.

turmeric powder

2 tbsp.

red chilli powder

1 tbsp.

coriander-cumin powder

1 sprig

curry leaves

1 tbsp.

ginger-garlic paste

1 tbsp.

coriander leaves, chopped

Cooking instructions

* Step 1

Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a pan and saute the garlic till it changes colour. Add the onion and fry till light brown.

* Step 2

Now add the chopped gongura leaves and continue to stir fry, covered, for 2-3 minutes. Keep aside to cool down. Then grind into a paste.

* Step 3

Heat remaining oil in a pan and and fry the chicken till it slightly changes colour. Add salt and turmeric powder. Mix well and simmer, covered, for 2-3 minutes.