Method :
Make a paste of the ginger, garlic, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, cashews and almonds.
Heat oil in a big vessel, add the chopped onions. Fry them till they turn golden. Then put the ground masala and fry very well.
While frying this paste, add 3-4 tbsp of water you will notice that oil floats on top.
Now add the yoghurt and the chicken.
Season it well with salt, haldi and chilli powder.
Cook for 10 mins, then add the coconut milk.
Cook till done, garnish with coriander leaves.

• 1 Chicken
• 1 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 3/4 Inch piece ginger
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 6 Curry leaves
• 2 Onions
• 2 Garlic pods
• Black peppercorns
• 2 Ounces Kurumulaku
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 3/4 Cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
• Salt to taste

How to make Chettinad Chicken:
• Chop the chicken into pieces.
• Fry chopped onions, ginger and garlic in the vegetable oil.
• Add remaining spices and fry for a few minutes.
• Add tomato pieces and salt. Fry for another 5 minutes.
• Add chicken pieces and mix well to coat them with the gravy.
• Put the lid and simmer the contents for about half an hour.
• The mixture would turn almost dry. Occasionally add a little water if required.
• Chettinad chicken is ready to serve.