Black Sukka Chicken

Ingredients list for Black Sukka Chicken

• 750 grams Chicken , cut into 2 inch pieces on the bone
• 1/4 cup Yogurt
• to taste Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• 50 grams Dried coconut
• 3 medium Onions , unpeeled
• 2 tablespoons Coriander seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon Fennel seeds
• 1/2 inch Cinnamon
• 2-3 Cloves
• 4-5 Black peppercorns
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1/2 inch Ginger
• 10 cloves Garlic
• 3 Green chillies
• 4 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves , roughly chopped
• 5 tablespoons Oil
• 1 medium Onionl , chopped
• to serve Bhakri

Method

1. Take the chicken in a large bowl, add yogurt, salt, turmeric powder and red chilli powder, mix well and set aside to marinate for 10-15 minutes.
2. Roast the dried coconut and onions on direct flame till charred. Peel the onions and roughly chop them along with coconut.
3. Heat a non-stick pan, add coriander seeds, fennel seeds, cinnamon, cloves, black peppercorns and bay leaf and dry roast till fragrant.
4. Transfer onion, coconut, roasted spices, ginger, garlic, green chillies and coriander leaves into mixer jar, add ½ cup water and grind to a fine paste.
5. Heat oil in a deep non-stick pan, add the chopped onion and sauté till golden brown. Add the ground paste and sauté till oil separates.
6. Add the marinated chicken and sear on high heat for 5-6 minutes. Add ¼ cup water and mix well.
7. Cover, pour some water over the lid and cook for 10-15 minutes or till the chicken is tender.
8. Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot with bhakri.