basmati rice and fresh coriander, to serve
4 garlic cloves, not too large, finely grated
20²µ/¾´Ç³ú chunk fresh root ginger, peeled and finely grated
¼ tsp dried chilli flakes
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp caster sugar
4 tsp medium curry powder
2 tbsp tomato purée
20²µ/¾´Ç³ú butter, cut into small chunks
100ml/3½fl oz double cream
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, each cut into 4 similar sized pieces