INGREDIENTS

1. 3lbsskinless chicken pieces, jointed and cut in half
2. 1onion, chopped
3. 4garlic cloves, chopped
4. 1inch cubefresh ginger, chopped
5. 6tablespoonsoil
6. 1teaspoonturmeric
7. 2teaspoonsground coriander
8. 1 1/2teaspoonsground cumin
9. 1 1/4teaspoonschili powder
10. 6ouncescanned tomatoes
11. 1teaspoonsalt
12. 6fluid ounceswater
13. 4fresh green chilies
14. 1teaspoongaram masala
15. 1tablespooncoriander leaves, chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. In a blender process the onion, garlic, and ginger, add little water to make a smooth paste.
2. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the onion/garlic mix for 5 minutes.
3. Add the turmeric, ground coriander, cumin,and the chilli powder, turn heat to low and cook for 30 mins, stirring often so that the mix does not stick or burn.
4. Add half of the tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
5. Add the chicken stir and cook till the meat changes colour, 5 minutes Now add the rest of the tomatoes and any juice.
6. Add the salt and water, bring to the b oil, reduce the heat and simmer covered till the chicken is tender. stir to prevent sticking.
7. Add the green chillies and garam masala, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
8. Stir in the chopped coriander leaves. and serve.