Chicken Vazhattiyathu

In a separate pan, heat coconut oil and add the uncooked chicken pieces.

Wait till their water comes out and then drain the chicken in a strainer and keep aside.

Heat coconut oil in another pan.

Splutter black mustard seeds, curry leaves.

Add onion till golden brown (may take atleast 8 mts in medium heat).

Add ginger/garlic paste and saute for a minute.

Add tomato paste and cook until soft, for about 5 - 7 mins.

Turn heat to low heat and add red chilly powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, pepper powder, garam masala and salt.

Saute thoroughly for atleast 10 minutes in low heat for masalas to bring out the flavor and smell.

Add the kept aside chicken pieces and saute thoroughly over medium-high heat (adjust heat as needed).

Stir regularly so it doesn`t stick to bottom. :- If it sticks add little more oil.

Cook chicken uncovered until well done.

:-Garnish with coriander leaves.