Chicken Stir Fry - South Indian Flavour

          This is an easy and a healthy stir fry side dish made of chicken and few mixed veggies. I added some sambar powder for a South Indian flavour. It goes very well with either rice or chapattis. You can add any other veggies of your choice and a different spice flavor according to your preference. It can also be served with noodles or pasta. So make this colorful stir fry and enjoy a simple meal with your loved ones. 

• 1 cup boneless chicken cubes
• 1 capsicum, cubed
• 1 small carrot, sliced
• 1 cup cabbage, cubed
• 1 onion, cubed
• salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
• 1 tsp. roasted coriander powder
• 1-2 tsp. sambar powder
• 2-3 tbsp. oil
• 1/2 tsp. mustard seeds
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 1/4 tsp. asafoetida
• 1 tsp. urad dal (split black gram)
• 1 tsp. garlic, chopped
• 1 tbsp. spring onion, chopped
• 1 tsp. coriander leaves, chopped

          Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a pan and sauté the chicken till it is lightly browned. Keep aside. Add remaining oil and temper with mustard seeds. Allow it to splutter.

          Add the curry leaves, urad dal and asafoetida. Sauté for a few seconds and then add the garlic. Stir fry for a few seconds more.

          Add all the veggies and continue to stir fry for a minute. Add the sautéed chicken and all the dry spices. Mix well, cover and cook for 2-3 minutes or till the chicken is cooked. 

          Switch off the flame and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped spring onion and coriander leaves. Serve as a side dish with either rice or chapattis.