{"id":"recipe_0d55046ed8","slug":"chicken-chettinad","title":"Chicken Chettinad","description":"A classic South Indian masterpiece, Chicken Chettinad is a fiery and aromatic curry featuring a complex blend of freshly roasted spices and coconut, hailing from the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":50,"activeMinutes":40},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g chicken, cut into pieces","name":"Chicken","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"cut into pieces","notes":"with bone preferred","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"150g shallots, finely sliced","name":"Shallots","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":5.3,"usUnit":"oz","form":"finely sliced","notes":"can substitute with red onion","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 large tomatoes, chopped","name":"Tomato","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"large","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tbsp ginger garlic paste","name":"Ginger Garlic Paste","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"paste","notes":"","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"3 tbsp gingelly oil","name":"Oil","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"or any vegetable oil","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 cup grated coconut","name":"Coconut","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"grated","notes":"fresh","group":"Spice Paste","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"2 tbsp coriander seeds","name":"Coriander Seeds","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Spice Paste","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"6 dried red chillies","name":"Red Chilli","quantity":6,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":6,"usUnit":"piece","form":"dried","notes":"adjust for heat","group":"Spice Paste","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tsp peppercorns","name":"Peppercorns","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"whole peppercorns","notes":"","group":"Spice Paste","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1 tsp cumin seeds","name":"Cumin Seeds","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Spice Paste","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"1 tsp fennel seeds","name":"Fennel Seeds","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Spice Paste","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-12","original":"2 sprigs curry leaves","name":"Curry Leaves","quantity":2,"unit":"sprig","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"sprig","form":"fresh","notes":"","group":"Aromatics","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small pan, dry roast the coriander seeds, dried red chillies, peppercorns, cumin seeds, and fennel seeds over medium heat until they become aromatic. Add the grated coconut and roast until it turns golden brown.","group":"Masala Preparation","title":"In a small pan, dry roast the coriander seeds, dried red chillies","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Masala Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Cool the roasted spices and coconut completely, then grind them into a smooth paste with a little water. Set aside.","group":"Masala Preparation","title":"Cool the roasted spices and coconut completely","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Masala Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Add curry leaves and shallots. Sauté until the shallots are soft and translucent.","group":"Cooking the Curry","title":"Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot","timerMinutes":8,"sourceTitle":"Cooking the Curry"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.","group":"Cooking the Curry","title":"Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking the Curry"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 5 minutes until the chicken changes color. Stir in the prepared spice paste and salt.","group":"Cooking the Curry","title":"Add the chicken pieces and sauté","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking the Curry"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Add about 1 cup of water, cover, and simmer on medium-low heat until the chicken is tender and the gravy has thickened to your liking. Garnish with more curry leaves if desired.","group":"Cooking the Curry","title":"Add about 1 cup of water","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking the Curry"}],"notes":"Using gingelly oil (sesame oil) provides the most authentic flavor. Always use freshly ground spices for the Chettinad masala rather than pre-packaged powders. Stone flower (Kalpasi) is the secret ingredient for that unique earthy aroma.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Chettinad"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["saute","simmer","roast"],"equipment":["Heavy-bottomed pot","Spice grinder or blender","Frying pan"],"diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":""},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The masala paste can be made 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on a stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the gravy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_0d55046ed8%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=2b7818c3-4fcc-4db7-928c-7fdea6c90b64","imageAlt":"Chicken Chettinad — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["spicy","chettinad","indian curry","aromatic","chicken"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Chicken Chettinad","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T17:18:05.137Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T17:18:05.137Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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