Chicken Jaljala

Chicken Jaljala

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serves 4

Chicken Jaljala is a hot and punchy stir-fry style curry loaded with bold chilli, garlic, and warming spices. Tender chicken is cooked with peppers and onions for a vibrant, takeaway-style finish.

It is perfect when you want a quick, spicy dinner with big flavour. Serve with naan, chapati, or steamed rice to soak up the sauce.

15 mins prep25 mins cook40 mins total
  1. Heat oil in a wide pan over medium-high heat.

  2. Add chicken pieces with a little salt and cook until lightly browned, then set aside.

  3. In the same pan, sauté onion and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes.

  4. Add garlic, ginger, and green chillies; cook until fragrant.

  5. Stir in tomatoes and tomato purée, then cook down into a thick masala.

  6. Add turmeric, Kashmiri chilli powder, cumin, and garam masala. Fry for 30 seconds.

  7. Return chicken to the pan and stir to coat in the masala.

  8. Add chilli sauce and soy sauce (if using), then cook 6–8 minutes until chicken is fully done and glossy.

  9. Finish with chopped coriander and serve hot.