CHICKEN XACUTI

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One of the most wonderful coastal (Goan and Konkan) preparations of Chicken. Spicy, tangy full of flavour. From a cookery show by a five star chef. (Ingredients are listed in order of use)

Provided by Girl from India

Categories     Curries

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 29

1 kg chicken, cut into pcs for curry
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 inches ginger
10 cloves garlic
1/2 bunch coriander
5 green chilies
1 teaspoon peanut oil
2 sliced onions
2 green chilies, chopped
1 inch gingerroot
5 cloves garlic
1 large coconut, grated
1/2 bunch coriander
2 inches cinnamon
3 peeled cardamoms
1 teaspoon anise seed
1 teaspoon black peppercorn
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 tablespoon coriander seed
8 -10 kashmiri red chilies
1 star anise
1 mace, flower
1/4 inch nutmeg
1/2 inch turmeric
2 teaspoons peanut oil
2 sliced onions
2 slit green chilies
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Marinate the chicken pcs in the turmeric and salt and keep aside.
  • Make a paste of ginger, garlic, coriander, chillies and add to the chicken and marinate for half an hour.
  • Heat 1 tsp oil in pan and sauté 2 sliced onions, green chillies, ginger, garlic for 3 minutes.
  • Add 1 grated coconut and sauté for another 5-7 minutes.
  • Once onions are crispy, keep aside.
  • On a dry pan separately roast cinnamon, cardamom, aniseed, black pepper corn, poppy seeds, coriander seeds, Kashmiri red chillies, star anise, mace flower, nutmeg, and turmeric.
  • Make Xacuti masala by grinding together the onion mix and spice mixture.
  • Heat 2 tsp oil in pan and add the remaining 2 sliced onions and green chillies.
  • After one minute add the marinated chicken pieces.
  • After two minutes add Xacuti masala and water.
  • Cook for 15 minutes or till chicken is tender.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves.
  • Serve hot with Indian chapatis, bread or rice.
  • Serve lemon wedges at the side.

Elvis Salas
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can adjust the spices to your liking and add different vegetables.


RS Santo
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the ingredients are readily available.


Mamum Miya
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This recipe is definitely a winner! The chicken is juicy and tender, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


King Dunston
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out bland and unappetizing.


ethical ad Allah Wala
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The sauce was watery and the chicken was dry.


Habib Jutt
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This was a bit too mild for my taste, but it was still a good dish.


mahtab Khani
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I'm not a big fan of coconut milk, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were subtle and well-balanced.


Tim Heald
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I made this for my family and they all loved it. The sauce was especially delicious.


AMMAR ALBASHA
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This is one of the best chicken xacuti recipes I've ever tried. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the chicken is cooked to perfection.


Mxcnotfound
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I wasn't sure about the combination of spices, but it turned out really well. The chicken was moist and flavorful.


Azan Rathore
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is so tender and the sauce is divine. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Lucy Hardy
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I made this for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Bryan Silva
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The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the chicken was cooked perfectly.


new bangla chanal
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OMG, this chicken xacuti is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I'm definitely adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Frederick Azaglo
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Easy to follow recipe with delicious results. Will be making this again soon!


Oppku Amoako
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This is a fantastic recipe! I love the combination of spices and the coconut milk. It's a great dish for a special occasion.


Esinna Micheal
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Followed the recipe and it turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. Will definitely make this again.


Hira Hossain
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This chicken xacuti is a flavor explosion! The coconut milk and spices create a rich, creamy sauce that perfectly complements the tender chicken. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


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