Natu Kodi Pulusu (Country Chicken)

Natu Kodi literally means village chicken or country chicken.This is an Andhra style chicken recipe which is cooked with a mix of spices and a hint of Coconut.

Serves - 4 People
Cooking Time - 30 Min

INGREDIENTS
2 LB           Chicken
2                  Onion
2                  Tomato
2 Tbsp       Ginger Garlic Paste
1 Tbsp       Chili Powder
1 Tsp         Turmeric Powder
1/2 Cup    Cilantro
1 Tbsp       Oil
Salt As Required

Masala Preparation
Coconut -  (4 small pieces)
Cashew  - 5
Pepper   - 1 Tbsp
Cloves   - 4
Cinnamon - 1 Big
Elachi    - 4
Dhania Powder  - 1 Tbsp

Grind the above ingredients to a smooth paste.

PROCEDURE

• Add Salt, Chili powder, turmeric powder, ginger garlic paste, onions(1/2) , 1/2 cup water and boil the chicken (min 3 whistles).

          Note: Add all the required chili powder at this step.Its better to add here.

• Take a pan and heat oil and add onions(1), Tomatoes (2) and let it cook.

• Now add the masala paste and fry till the raw smell leaves and it is completely cooked.

• Add this mixture to the cooked / boiled chicken and add water accordingly and cook the chicken again (min 2 whistles).

• Once done, remove the lid and garnish with chopped cilantro.