Coriander, Chilli, Salt, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Fennel, Clove, Cardamom

“Chicken Masala (To serve 4 persons) – Ingredients: Cleaned and cut chicken pieces -1 Kg, Melam Chicken Masala – 4 tbsp, onion sliced – 3 nos., tomatoes chopped – 2 nos., ginger chopped -1 tsp, garlic chopped -1 tsp, green chillies slit – 2 nos., curry leaves – few, oil – 3 tbsp, salt to taste.

Method:
• Heat oil and sauté onions, green chillies, ginger, garlic and curry leaves.
• Then add Melam Chicken Masala mixed with little water and stir well.
• Add chicken pieces, tomatoes, salt and enough water.
• Cook till the meat is tender and gravy fairly thick.
• Add 2 tbsp fresh cream or ½ cup thick coconut milk for more taste.”