1 1/2 lbs. cut up chicken (breast, thigh, drumstick pieces), without skins
1 lg. onion, cut up
2" ginger (crushed or cut up finely)
4 pieces garlic, finely chopped
1 tsp. turmeric powder
1 tsp. coriander powder
1 1/2 tsp. cumin seed powder
1/4 tsp. chili powder
2 tomatoes
3 tbsp. oil

Brown onions in hot oil and slightly brown chicken pieces with salt and garlic. Put in all the spices and tomatoes with 1/2 cup water. Keep stirring until water is absorbed and oil separates. Add 2 cups water, bring to a boil quickly then let simmer until chicken is tender with approximately 1 cup gravy is left. Serve with rice and garden salad.