Chettinad Chicken Curry

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 5-6 dried red chilies (adjust according to heat preference)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 2 tablespoons grated coconut (fresh or desiccated)
• 1-inch piece of cinnamon stick
• 4-5 cloves
• 3-4 green cardamom pods
• 2 star anise
• 1 1/2 lbs (680g) chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish