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Kolhapuri Chicken Curry Recipe, Chicken Kolhapuri Recipe

Delicious chicken Kolhapuri curry recipe, which comes from Kolhapur, is a spicy and tasty curried chicken. Kolhapuri chicken curry is typically made with a special chicken kolhapuri masala that gives it a unique taste. Check how to make Chicken Kolhapuri at home.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Marination Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 40 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Maharashtrian
Keyword: Authentic Kolhapuri Chicken, Chicken Kolhapuri Curry, Indian Curry Recipes, Kolhapuri Chicken, Kolhapuri Chicken Curry, Maharashtra Chicken Recipe, Maharashtrian Chicken Dish, Spicy Curry from India, Spicy Indian Chicken Curry
Servings: 5 people

Ingredients

For Marination

  • 1 kg chicken (bone-in or boneless) bone-in is better
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp salt (according to taste)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

For Chicken Kolhapuri Curry

  • 2 large onions (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
  • 8-10 curry
  • 1 tsp Red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 3-4 tbsp Kolhapuri masala (recipe given below)
  • 1/2 cup tomato puree (or 2 medium tomatoes, chopped)
  • 1 tsp Garam masala
  • salt to taste
  • 3-4 tbsp oil
  • Water – as needed
  • Fresh coriander leaves – chopped (for garnish)

For Kolhapuri Masala

  • 1/2 cup dry coconut (grated)
  • 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds (optional)
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 5-6 cloves
  • 2 green cardamoms
  • 1 inch cinnamon stick piece
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 4-6 Dried red chilies (according to your hot taste)
  • 1 star  star anise
  • 1 pinch stone flower or paththar ke phool or dagad phool
  • 2 mace

Instructions

  • Marinate: Mix all the ingredients with the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes. You can also marinate overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
  • Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  • Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
  • Stir in the Kolhapuri masala, red chili powder, and turmeric. Cook for a couple of minutes.
  • Add tomato puree and cook until the oil begins to separate.
  • Then add the marinated chicken and mix well. Sauté for 7–8 minutes.
  • Finally, add enough water to make a thick curry. Cover and simmer for 25–30 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  • Add garam masala and adjust salt to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Your Kolhapuri Chicken Curry is ready. Serve hot with rice, chapati, or bhakri.! 🔥🍛

Homemade Chicken Kolhapuri Masala

  • Dry roast all ingredients one by one on medium heat until aromatic (especially the coconut — roast until golden brown).
  • Let everything cool down, then grind it into a fine powder. Store the chicken Kolhapuri masala in an airtight container.
  • It can be used in various curries and stays fresh for weeks.