Ingredients

  • 1 onion
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 400 ml chopped tomatoes (drained)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander (chopped)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon sultana (chopped)
  • 50 g creamed coconut (grated)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seed
  • 125 ml double cream

Method

  • Take all the items on the list EXCEPT olive oil, chicken, cumin, and cream, and chop before adding to a blender.
  • Pulse and blend mixture until smooth as possible. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a hot large frying pan/saucepan.
  • Cut chicken into small pieces and fry until beginning to brown. Add cumin seeds and continue until nicely browned. Overall chicken browning time should be around 8 minutes.
  • Add blended ingredients to the chicken, cover, and simmer on a moderate heat for 15 minutes Stir regularly to prevent sticking.
  • Finally add cream, and allow to heat through.
  • Check seasoning, add more coconut and coriander if required.
  • Serve with naan and boiled rice.