Curried chicken originated in India and other Asian countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Thailand. The British have taken curried chicken to heart, adding their own ingredients and
flavors to turn it into a creation all of their own. The Indian Chicken Tikka, or marinated meat cooked on a skewer, has been utilized and transformed into the British Tikka Massala, which combines the meat with curry sauce. Chicken
Curry is consumed on a daily basis in England where Tikka Massala is now considered a national dish.
Chicken Curry combines an assortment of spices to create a complex flavor that makes the mouth come alive. Contrary to popular belief, not all curries are spicy. In fact, there are as many mild Chicken Curry recipes as there are fiery ones being served
today. While many people enjoy the zesty taste of vindaloo, just as many prefer the mellow taste of kormas. The amount of heat produced by the dish is up to the individual cook preparing it. Spices commonly used in chicken curry include cardamom, coriander,
cumin and tumeric. Hotter curries often include chili, curry leaves or powder, garam masala, pepper and mustard seed. Whether served spicy or mild, the abundance of flavor makes it is easy to understand why Chicken Curry is gaining popularity in the United
States. |
