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Kori Gassi

Also known as Mangalorean Chicken Curry · Non-veg · Curries & Gravies, Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

Curries & GraviesKuzhambu, Sambar & RasamHigh proteinGluten-free

Total50 min
Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Serves6
Per serving555 cal
Spicemedium

Good for: Party

Kori Gassi

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Kori gassi, Mangalorean chicken curry: a paste of roasted Byadgi chillies, spices and coconut, with coconut milk. Medium-spicy, serves 6, 50 min, video.

High protein

Ingredients

20 items
Cooking for6 servings
  • Sunflower OilSunflower Oil2 tbsp
  • Byadgi Red ChilliByadgi Red Chilli15
  • Coriander SeedsCoriander Seeds2 tbsp
  • Fennel SeedsFennel Seeds1 tbsp
  • CuminCumin2 tsp
  • Fenugreek SeedsFenugreek Seeds¼ tsp
  • ClovesCloves5
  • OnionOnion, Thinly Sliced1 cup
  • GarlicGarlic10 cloves
  • Coconut (Grated)Coconut (Grated)0.50 cup
  • GheeGhee3 tbsp
  • Curry leavesCurry leaves20
  • OnionOnion, Finely Chopped1 cup
  • TomatoTomato, Finely Chopped1 cup
  • Chicken Curry CutChicken Curry Cut1 kg
  • Turmeric PowderTurmeric Powder0.50 tsp
  • SaltSalt2.50 tsp
  • WaterWater, Hot3 cup
  • Tamarind JuiceTamarind Juice¼ cup
  • Coconut MilkCoconut Milk1 cup

Contains: milk.

Nutrition

One serving, and the whole batch of 6. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

NutrientPer servingAll 6
Energy555kcal3330kcal
Protein39g233g
Carbohydrate22g133g
Fat38g226g
Fibre9.1g55g
Sugar6.8g41g

Cookd masalas for chicken curry cut

Method

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a pan and roast the chilies on low flame until they turn crisp. Remove it onto a plate.

    Sunflower OilByadgi Red Chilli

  2. 2

    Add coriander seeds, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds and clove to the pan. Roast until it turns aromatic. Remove it from the pan.

    Coriander SeedsFennel SeedsCuminFenugreek SeedsCloves

  3. 3

    Pour more oil into the pan. Add onion and garlic, saute until translucent. Add the coconut and saute until it turns golden brown.

    Sunflower OilOnionGarlicCoconut (Grated)

  4. 4

    Grind all the roasted ingredients into a smooth paste, adding water as required.

  5. 5

    Heat ghee in a pot and add curry leaves and onions. Saute until golden brown.

    GheeCurry leavesOnion

  6. 6

    Add the tomatoes and saute until mushy. Add the chicken along with salt and turmeric powder. Saute on high heat for 2 minutes.

    TomatoChicken Curry CutTurmeric PowderSalt

  7. 7

    Add hot water and bring it to a boil. Cover and cook for 10 minutes on medium-low heat.

    Water

  8. 8

    Add the prepared spice paste and cook for 10 minutes or until the chicken is completely cooked.

    Tamarind JuiceCoconut Milk

  9. 9

    Add the tamarind water and stir. Add the coconut milk. Turn off the heat as soon as it comes to a simmer.

Before you start

How long does Kori Gassi take?
50 minutes from start to finish. That is 15 minutes of preparation and 35 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Kori Gassi serve?
6. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Kori Gassi vegetarian?
No, it contains meat or fish.
Is Kori Gassi spicy?
It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Kori Gassi?
1 kg Chicken Curry Cut, 0.50 cup Coconut (Grated), ¼ cup Tamarind Juice, 1 cup Coconut Milk, 1 cup Onion, 1 cup Tomato, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Kori Gassi?
No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Kori Gassi?
About 555 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

Tips from other cooks

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    Vallencia FernandesOctober 2025

    Tried it at home. Turned out amazing!

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