Cape Malay Chicken Curry
A mild, fragrant chicken curry with cinnamon, apricot and a little sweetness, nothing like a fiery takeaway.
- Time55 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.34 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Cook the onions for 10 minutes until golden.
10 min - 2
Add the garlic, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, curry powder and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the chicken and stir to coat in the spices. Cook for 5 minutes until the outside turns white.
- 4
Pour in the tomatoes, stock and apricots. Season, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
20 min - 5
Add the potatoes and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes more until the potatoes are tender and the sauce is thick.
20 min - 6
Scatter with coriander. Serve with rice, sambals and chutney.
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