Easy Chicken Vindaloo Recipe (2024)

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Chicken Vindaloo is a popular spicy Indian curry dish that’s rich and full of spices. The combination of vinegar, salt, chilies, and other ingredients makes the curry in this chicken recipe a real winner.

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It is said that the Portuguese bought vindaloo to India when they colonized Goa. The original goan dish was made with pork. It was simply meat, vinegar and spices (no water). This method of cooking meat with only vinegar and no water helped preserve the dish for weeks without refrigeration. We use that method when we make pork vindaloo for our East Indian weddings.

Vindaloo can be easily prepared with common kitchen ingredients. There are many variants of Vindaloo too. The most common ingredient, which is meat, can be either chicken, pork, lamb, or beef . In fact, I use vindaloo paste in my ground/mince chicken or beef as well as in my pork sausages. to. Also, chicken vindaloo is featured in most Indian restaurants.

We usually love to serve this over soft chapati or naan but rice is also very delicous. To serve it gluten-free use cauliflower rice or steamed buckwheat.

Ingredients and substitutes

  • Chicken – The most common ingredient in vindaloo is meat, which can be either chicken, pork, beef, or lamb. Today I am using boneless chicken thighs and legs and I prefer to use boneless thighs or legs. My mom used to use a whole bone-in chicken cut into 10 pieces.
  • Whole spices – classically this recipe is made with fresh masala paste made with whole spices. These are dry roasted in a frying pan before being blended into a paste. Roasting enhances the flavor of the spices. If you do not have the whole spices you can use the powdered spice alternatives given below.
  • Spicy – I am using Kashmiri red chilies which are not so spicy but have a wonderful red color. If you use powder, I suggest using half cayenne pepper and half sweer red paprika.
  • Vinegar – I use apple cider vinegar but you can also use palm vinegar. If you use distilled vinegar you will need to reduce it as these are very concentrated.
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Variations

  • Instant Pot – This can also be cooked for 8 minutes on high pressure in an instant pot. In fact, if I use beef I always use the instant pot and cook for 20 minites on high pressure.
  • Slow cooker – You can make a slow cooker chicken vindaloo by adding all ingredients to the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 3 hours.
  • Vindaloo coconut curry – Replace the 1 cup water with 1 cup coconut milk and you have a wonderfully creamy and delicous coconut vindaloo to serve on rice.

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Chicken vindaloo

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Calories: 212kcal

Adjust Servings Here: 8 servings

Chicken Vindaloo is a popular spicy Indian curry dish that’s rich and full of spices. The combination of vinegar, salt, chilies, and other ingredients makes the curry in this chicken recipe a real winner

Ingredients

Vindaloo curry

  • 2 lbs Chicken I used boneless thighs and legs
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 large Onion chopped finely
  • ½ cup Tomato paste or 2 large tomatoes pulsed in blender
  • ½ tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro for garnish

Vindaloo paste

  • 10 large Dry Kashmiri chilies soaked in water for 10 mins or 2 tbsp Paprika
  • 2 tbsp Whole coriander seeds or 1 tbsp Coriander powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds or ½ tsp Cumin powder
  • 1 tsp Mustard seeds or ¼ tsp mustard powder
  • 4 Cloves ½ tsp clove powder
  • 1 inch Cinnamon stick or ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
  • 3 Green cardamoms ½ tsp cardamom powder
  • 10 Black peppercorns or 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 10 large Garlic cloves
  • 2 inch Fresh ginger
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar or 1 tbsp distilled vinegar
  • 2 inch Fresh tamarind soaked in 1/4 cup of water or 1/2 tsp tamarind paste

Instructions

  • Tamarind – If you are using fresh tamarind soak it in a bowl with 1/4 cup of water and let sit for 10 minutes. Then squeeze as much of the pulp with your hands and set it aside.

    2 inch Fresh tamarind soaked in 1/4 cup of water

  • Chicken – clean and trim excess fat from the chicken. Cut the boneless chicken into 2-or 3-inch pieces. If using a whole chicken cut it into about 10 to 14 pieces.

    Pro tip – make the chicken pieces of equal size so they cook evenly.

Vindaloo paste

  • Roast – In a frying pan over medium-low heat, dry roast the red chilies, coriander, cumin seeds, cloves, cardamoms, black peppercorns ad mustard seed for about a minute or two until fragrant.

    Pro tip – keep the heat to low or medium making sure to shake the pan so they do not burn.

    10 large Dry Kashmiri chilies soaked in water for 10 mins, 2 tbsp Whole coriander seeds, 1 tsp Cumin seeds, 1 tsp Mustard seeds, 4 Cloves, 1 inch Cinnamon stick, 3 Green cardamoms, 10 Black peppercorns, 10 large Garlic cloves, 2 inch Fresh ginger, 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar

  • Blend – Then add them all to a blender or food processor and blend using only as much liquid as necessary.

    Pro tip – adding too much water will give a very coarse paste so use less water and let it blend smooth.

Vindaloo curry

  • Saute – In a large pan over medium heat add the oil and saute the onions until golden brown. About 10 to 15 minutes.

    pro tip – cook on medium to low and stir often. You want to caramelize which makes the onions sweeter not burn which makes the onions bitter.

    2 tbsp Vegetable oil, 1 large Onion

  • Chicken – add the chicken pieces and saute on medium-high heat until no longer pink about 3 to 4 minutes.

    2 lbs Chicken

  • Paste – Next, add the vindaloo paste and saute well. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant. Then add the tomato puree/paste, turmeric powder, and sugar. Season with salt. Combine well.

    ½ cup Tomato paste, ½ tsp Turmeric powder, 1 tsp Sugar

  • Simmer – Add 1 cup of water and bring to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to a low simmer cover the pan with a lid, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender.

  • Garnish – When done, taste and adjust the consistency and seasoning for salt and vinegar. If serving with rice you may need to add a little water to make gravy/sauce. If serving with chapati or roti keep it a thicker consistency. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

    2 tbsp Cilantro for garnish

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Nutrition Information

Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 544mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 867IU | Vitamin C: 88mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

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  1. Easy Chicken Vindaloo Recipe (18)
    Hi Veena, this recipie looks delicious. Im so excited to make it tnite. I have been on the lookout for an authentic vindaloo recipe. Will come back to let you know how it turns out

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    1. Thank you, Marissa

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  2. It seems like you forgot a good portion of the “paste” ingredients in the instructions just fyi

    Reply

    1. No I didn’t Susie. The bottom portion is all blended together to make a paste. So it is later referred to as paste!

      Reply

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FAQs

What is chicken vindaloo made of? ›

Typically, vindaloo is made up of vindaloo sauce, which is usually made from caramelized onions, curry paste, coconut milk, vinegar, ginger, chilies, jalapeño, garlic, chickpeas, lentils, and other spices like garam masala, salt, pepper, paprika, and turmeric.

What does vindaloo mean in English? ›

noun. , plural vin·da·loos. a very hot Indian curry made with meat or poultry, flavored with tamarind, vinegar, and garlic.

What makes vindaloo so spicy? ›

Plenty of Kashmiri chilli powder – a key spice in Vindaloo – brings flavour, heat and the famously rich red colour to the curry. There's also warm spices in the form of cumin, coriander, cardamom, a little cinnamon and a few others.

What is vindaloo paste made of? ›

Vindaloo paste is a marinade prepared by blending whole spices, red chilies, garlic, ginger & vinegar. This is the key to making the best vindaloo. You can make this ahead of time and refrigerate for 2 months. Ensure you make a fine and smooth paste of this.

What does vindaloo mean in Indian? ›

A standard element of Goan cuisine derived from the Portuguese carne de vinha d'alhos (meat in wine and garlic marinade; literally "meat of wine of garlic"), a vindaloo is a dish of meat (usually pork) marinated in vinegar and garlic.

What is the spice level of chicken vindaloo? ›

Many authentic chefs will smoke the spices in the pan before adding the meat and vegetables to the sauce as this gives a vindaloo even more heat. This is especially effective because it is cayenne peppers that are typically utilised within the dish, which have a Scoville heat rating of 30,000 – 50,000 SHU!

Is vindaloo healthy? ›

One serving of prawn vindaloo gives 155 calories. Moreover, the prawns are extremely low on calories and are a rich source of vitamins B-16, B-12, and Niacin which helps the body to produce energy. Eating prawns helps build strong bones because they contain copper, phosphorus, and magnesium.

Is vindaloo Portuguese or Indian? ›

The Vindaloo is a classic food from Goa, an Indian state on the country's southwestern coast, where the Catholic community thrives. However, it comes from Portugal, 5,500 miles to the west, when an older version of the dish was brought to Goa by Portuguese explorers in the early 15th century.

Is vindaloo really hot? ›

In the Oxford dictionary the Vindaloo is described as a 'very hot and spicy curry.

What kills a vindaloo? ›

The Mutton Vindaloo Beast attacks them again and tiny Lister isn't able to run as fast as the rest of the crew. He is cornered and then realizes that the Beast is burned like acid when it touches lager. He throws a can of lager into its mouth and shoots at it, blowing its head off.

What should vindaloo taste like? ›

What does vindaloo taste like? Vindaloo is a spicy Indian curry dish that is known for its bold, aromatic flavor and heat. The main ingredients in a vindaloo are a variety of aromatic spices, including mustard seeds, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili peppers, which give the dish its characteristic heat and flavor.

Does chicken vindaloo taste good? ›

Chicken vindaloo is a popular Indian curry known for it's spicy and tangy flavor combination, a quick and easy kitchen staple. My version is wonderfully fiery, though you can easily adjust the heat and spice to your preference.

Why does vindaloo have potatoes? ›

It's thought that the potato was added in busy restaurants so that the service staff could differentiate this dish as the really hot spicy curry and ensure it went to the right customer.

Why is it called chicken vindaloo? ›

The word “vindaloo” is derived from the Portuguese word “vinho de alho,” which means “wine and garlic.” The dish is a result of the cultural fusion between Portuguese and Indian cuisine, where the Portuguese brought in their wine, vinegar, and garlic, while the Indian spices and chili peppers were added to the mix.

Does vindaloo come with rice? ›

Our modern-day Vindaloo is tangy and spicy—tender pieces of chicken and potatoes are braised in a hearty sauce made with chilies, garlic, and vinegar. We pair this Chef-crafted dish with Basmati rice that's infused with lemon juice, turmeric, tempered mustard seeds, and lentils.

What does vindaloo taste like? ›

What does vindaloo taste like? Vindaloo is a spicy Indian curry dish that is known for its bold, aromatic flavor and heat. The main ingredients in a vindaloo are a variety of aromatic spices, including mustard seeds, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili peppers, which give the dish its characteristic heat and flavor.

How is vindaloo different from curry? ›

Chicken vindaloo isn't typically made with onion or tomatoes. Instead, it relies on garam masala, whole spices along with vinegar for marinating the meat and to flavor this curry. Similar to tikka masala, there are Vindaloo variations of this recipe.

Is vindaloo the hottest curry? ›

Phall has achieved notoriety as the spiciest generally available dish from Indian restaurants. It is, however, quite rare to find in comparison to vindaloo (which is usually the staple hottest curry of most Indian restaurants in the UK).

Which is hotter, vindaloo or tikka masala? ›

Biju Thomas of Biju's Little Curry Shop in Denver suggests switching up the sauce: Order vindaloo instead of tikka masala. It's intensely spicy, but has plenty of bright, acidic, and vinegar-tinged notes. This is in direct contrast to tikka masala which, while delicious, is creamy and rich.

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