Spicy & Tangy Goan Chicken Stew Recipe With Vegetables

Step 1: To begin making the Goan Chicken Stew recipe, firstly wash the chicken pieces well

Step 2: To marinate the chicken, in a mixing bowl , add red chilli powder, salt, lime juice and chicken pieces

Step 3: Mix well and let it sit inside the fridge for 1 hour

Step 4: In a small bowl, dissolve the tamarind paste in 1-1/2 cups of water and keep aside

Step 5: The next step is to make the tangy masala for the Chicken Stew

Step 6: In a large wok, heat oil on medium heat, add finely chopped ginger and garlic pieces and cook for 2 minutes until raw smell is gone

Step 7: Add finely chopped onions and green chilies cook till onions turn translucent

Step 8: this will take about 5 minutes

Step 9: Once the onions have softened, add the tomatoes and saute until it softens

Step 10: Next add marinated chicken pieces and saute for about 5 minutes until the chicken is partially cooked

Step 11: At this stage, add chopped carrots and potatoes and mix well

Step 12: Add the spice powders - coriander powder, cumin powder, pepper powder and salt to taste

Step 13: Stir well for a few minutes

Step 14: Finally, add the green peas, tamarind water and any additional water and mix well

Step 15: Cover the Goan Chicken Stew recipe and cook until chicken and vegetables are fully cooked

Step 16: This will take a good 20 minutes to cook the chicken well

Step 17: Once the Chicken Stew is done, check the salt and spices and adjust to suit your taste

Step 18: Turn off the heat

Step 19: Serve Goan Chicken Stew with Goan Style Sana Recipe (Soft Steamed Rice Cakes) or hot steamed rice for a perfect weekday meal