2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves
7 garlic cloves, finely chopped
5cm/2in fresh root ginger, peeled and finely chopped
300²µ/10Β½΄Η³ϊ onions, thinly sliced
350g/12oz tomatoes, blended to a purΓ©e
300ml/10fl oz chicken stock
roti or freshly cooked rice, to serve
8 green cardamom pods
1 tsp mild chilli powder
5cm/2in cinnamon stick
1Β½ tsp cumin seeds, ground in a pestle and mortar
1 tsp garam masala
salt, to taste
1Β½ tsp ground turmeric
4 tbsp vegetable oil
650g/1lb 7oz chicken drumsticks and thighs