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Jamie Oliver Chicken Korma

Jamie Oliver chicken korma
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Jamie Oliver’s chicken korma is a mild curry made with chicken cooked in a creamy sauce of yoghurt, nuts, onions, and aromatic spices. It’s known for its smooth texture, subtle sweetness, and warming spices rather than chilli heat.

Ingredients

    • Chicken thighs or breast, cut into chunks

    • Onion, finely sliced

    • Garlic cloves, crushed

    • Fresh ginger, grated

    • Vegetable oil or ghee

    • Ground coriander

    • Ground cumin

    • Ground turmeric

    • Garam masala

    • Natural yoghurt

    • Ground almonds or cashew paste

    • Tomato purée

    • Salt

Instructions

Step 1: Soften the Onions

Heat oil or ghee in a wide pan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook slowly until soft and lightly golden. This step is important, as well-cooked onions give the korma its gentle sweetness and depth.

Step 2: Add Garlic and Ginger

Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook briefly until fragrant. Keep the heat moderate so they soften without browning, which could make the sauce harsh.

Step 3: Bloom the Spices

Add coriander, cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. Stir for a short moment so the spices release their aroma into the oil. This helps the flavours develop evenly throughout the curry.

Step 4: Add the Chicken

Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat them in the spiced onion mixture. Cook for a few minutes until the chicken turns opaque on the outside.

Step 5: Build the Sauce

Stir in the tomato purée, then lower the heat. Add the yoghurt gradually, stirring continuously to prevent curdling. Once combined, add the ground almonds or cashew paste to thicken the sauce naturally.

Step 6: Simmer Gently

Cover loosely and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. The sauce should be smooth, creamy, and lightly thickened.

Step 7: Taste and Rest

Season with salt and adjust spices if needed. Remove from the heat and let the curry rest for a few minutes so the flavours settle before serving

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/chicken-korma/