BEST Chicken Sukka Masala (Mangalore Style) - An aromatic and delicious Mangalorean chicken recipe made using various spices. Also known as Sukka Chicken.
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Is Chicken Sukka Healthy?
Yes it is healthy as part of a balanced diet. You can reduce the amount of Ghee in the recipe to make it even healthier. Or you can use Chicken Breast instead.
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Garam Masala/Curry Powder
Garam Masala flavours vary quite a bit so use a good quality one. A good substitute is Madras Curry Powder.
Cooking time
Give each layer of flavour a good amount of time. Soften the onions slowly until the colour deepens.Add the garlic and ginger and it is fragrant before adding the tomatoes or spices.Tomatoes need to be cooked out properly until the oil separates from the tomatoes at the side.Spices need to be given a little time to bloom.
After cooking
After you cook the chicken sukka, let it sit for a while. This allows the chicken to absorb the flavours fully.
Storage Instructions
Chicken Sukka (Mangalore Style) is best served fresh but it also keeps really well in the fridge/freezer.
fridge
It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 days.
freezer
It can be stored in an airtight container for 3 months.
Reheat
Defrost at room temperature or in the fridge overnight.Reheat in the microwave for 2 - 3 minutes or on the stove over low heat till the chicken has warmed all the way through.