Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Vindaloo Recipe

Inspired by Mother India
Time1h 15m
Serves4

A super hot dish made with potatoes and very hot Indian spices. Pure heat wave.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Other Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with vinegar, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Spice Mix

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the cumin seeds, black peppercorns, and mustard seeds until fragrant. Let cool and grind into a fine powder.

  3. 3

    Chop Vegetables

    Finely chop the onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Peel and cube the potatoes.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Cook Onions

    Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are golden brown.

  3. 6

    Add Garlic, Ginger, and Chilies

    Stir in the garlic, ginger, and green chilies, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 7

    Add Chicken

    Add the marinated chicken to the pot and cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.

  5. 8

    Add Potatoes and Spices

    Add the cubed potatoes, toasted spice mix, coriander powder, and salt. Stir to combine.

  6. 9

    Simmer

    Pour in enough water to cover the chicken and potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.

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