ALMIR PATHIRI WITH CHICKEN CURRY
For Pathiri:
- Almir Pathiri Mix
- Water
For Chicken Curry:
- Chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless)
- Oil
- Onion
- Tomato
- Ginger-garlic paste
- Green chilies
- Curry leaves
- Turmeric powder
- Red chili powder
- Coriander powder
- Garam masala
- Salt
- Water or chicken stock
- Coconut milk (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish (optional)
To prepare a delicious meal of Chicken Curry with Almir Pathiri, begin by making the Pathiri. In a mixing bowl, combine the Almir Pathiri Mix with water according to the package instructions. Stir well until a smooth dough forms, ensuring there are no lumps. Allow the dough to rest for a few minutes to ensure it’s pliable and easy to work with. Once rested, divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a thin, round disc using a rolling pin or by pressing it between your palms. Cook the pathiris on a hot griddle or tawa until they are cooked through and have light brown spots on both sides. Set the cooked pathiris aside while you prepare the Chicken Curry.
For the Chicken Curry, heat oil in a pan and add chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, slit green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and the raw aroma of the ginger-garlic paste dissipates. Add diced chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides. Then, add chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down and form a thick gravy base. Season the curry with turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt to taste. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and allow the curry to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and tender. If desired, you can add water or chicken stock to adjust the consistency of the curry. Optionally, you can also add coconut milk for a richer flavor.
Once the Chicken Curry is ready, serve it hot with the freshly cooked Pathiris. Garnish the curry with freshly chopped coriander leaves for added freshness and aroma. Allow diners to tear off a piece of the soft and delicate Pathiri and dip it into the flavorful Chicken Curry, creating a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Enjoy the authentic flavors of Kerala cuisine with this delicious Chicken Curry and Pathiri made using Almir Pathiri Mix.