Recipes Black Pepper Chicken Curry 5.0 (6,323) Add your rating & review In this rich South Indian curry, the sweetness of the fried cashews complements the heat of the pepper.Plus: More Chicken Recipes and Tips By Maya Kaimal Updated on February 6, 2017 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: © Zubin Schroff Yield: 4 Ingredients 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely crushed black peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 1 large garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 1 teaspoon minced serrano or Thai chile 3/4 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup broken raw cashews 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Directions In a bowl, combine the coriander with the cumin, peppercorns, turmeric and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Add the chicken and rub with the spices to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes. In a large deep nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the oil. Add the onions and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes. Add the chicken, garlic, ginger, serrano chile and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and just cooked through, about 10 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup of the coconut milk and the water, then cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the cashews and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of coconut milk and the lemon juice to the chicken and simmer, stirring. Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle with the cashews; serve hot. Serve With Steamed rice. Suggested Pairing Choose an aromatic, fruity (but not sugary) white—perhaps a Riesling from Washington State. Rate it Print