CHICKEN CAFREAL RECIPE

🍗 Green Tangy Goan Chicken

A vibrant coriander-based chicken dish

Servings: 3
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15–30 minutes
Cuisine: Goan
Author: Puja Raghuvir Naik

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📝 About This Recipe

This Green Tangy Goan Chicken is a flavorful dish made with fresh coriander, green chilies, and aromatic spices. The vibrant green masala gives it a refreshing taste with a slight tang from tamarind.

It can be served dry as an appetizer or slightly gravy-style with roti or rice, making it a versatile and delicious addition to any Goan meal.

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🧂 Ingredients

• 500 g chicken, cut into medium pieces

• 1-inch ginger

• 6 garlic cloves

• 1 bunch fresh green coriander

• 4–5 green chilies

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp garam masala

• Small piece of tamarind

• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

• 8–10 cashew nuts (optional)

• Salt to taste

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🍳 Method

1. Marinate the Chicken

• Wash and clean the chicken pieces.

• Apply salt and ginger-garlic paste.

• Set aside for 10–15 minutes.

2. Prepare the Green Masala

• In a grinder, blend coriander leaves, ginger, garlic, onion, green chilies, tamarind, and cashews (if using) into a smooth paste.

3. Cook the Masala

• Heat a pan and add the green masala paste.

• Cook on medium flame until it begins to thicken.

• Add turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.

4. Add Chicken

• Add the marinated chicken pieces.

• Mix well so the chicken is coated with masala.

• Cover and cook until chicken is tender and fully cooked.

• Cook uncovered to reduce moisture if you prefer a dry version.

5. Serve

• Serve hot as an appetizer or with roti and steamed rice.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestion

Pairs beautifully with chapati, pav, or simple steamed rice.

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🌿 Pro Tip

Adjust green chilies according to your spice tolerance. Adding cashews gives a slightly richer and smoother texture.