Chicken Cafreal

Ingredients

• 500g chicken pieces (leg or thigh)
• 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
• 6-8 green chilies
• 1-inch ginger, 6-7 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 5-6 black peppercorns, 2 cloves, 1-inch cinnamon stick
• 3-4 tbsp Goan coconut vinegar
• 3 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1Grind coriander, green chilies, ginger, garlic, cumin, peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon, and Goan vinegar to a smooth, vibrant green paste.
2. 2Marinate chicken pieces thoroughly with the cafreal paste and salt for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight).
3. 3Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or skillet over medium heat.
4. 4Place marinated chicken pieces in the pan and cook, turning occasionally.
5. 5Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and gravy thickens.
6. 6Serve hot with Goan pao or rice.