Mangalorean Chicken Sukka Recipe.

This Chicken sukka recipe, I am sharing here is a Mangalore-style dry chicken curry with homemade sukka masala. It is also known as Kori Sukka/Kori Ajadina in the Tulu language. Kori means “chicken” and Sukka means “dry”.This Mangalorean Kori Sukka is a dish close to my heart. The use of coconut imparts a unique flavor profile, unlike any other dish. You can serve Kori Sukka with Roti, Neer Dosa, or Rice.

Step 1: Prepare Spice Masala Paste

• Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a pan.
• Add:
  • 10 Byadgi/bedki chillies
  • 5 Kashmiri or Guntur red chillies
  • ⅓ tsp mustard seeds
  • ¼ tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1½ tbsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tbsp coriander seeds
  • ¼ tbsp peppercorns
• Fry well till fragrant.
• Grind with 1-inch soaked tamarind (or ¼ tsp tamarind concentrate) and little water.
• Keep aside.

Step 2: Prepare Onion Paste

• Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan.
• Add:
  • 3 cloves
  • 2 cardamoms
  • 15 curry leaves
  • 1 small onion (sliced)
• Fry till onion turns crispy and brown.
• Add:
  • 10 garlic cloves (with peel)
  • 1 tsp poppy seeds
• Cook for a bit, then grind with:
  • ⅓ tsp turmeric
• Keep aside.

Step 3: Roast Coconut

• Lightly roast ½ cup grated coconut until golden brown.
• Keep aside.

Step 4: Start Chicken Fry

• Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil + 1 tsp ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot.
• Add ½ sliced onion, fry till golden.
• Add 1 kg chicken pieces (washed and dried).
• Season with salt and a pinch of turmeric powder.
• Fry until chicken gets browned and slightly caramelized.

Step 5: Add Masalas & Cook

• Add the spice masala paste (from Step 1). Fry for 2–3 minutes.
• Add the onion paste (from Step 2), fry for 5 minutes on high flame.
• Add 1 chopped tomato.
• Mix well, adjust salt.
• Cover and cook on medium heat for 20 minutes.

Step 6: Finish the Sukka

• Open the lid and allow chicken to dry out (moisture should evaporate).
• Add the roasted grated coconut (Step 3).
• Cook for another 2–4 minutes till everything blends well.
• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves (cilantro).

Serving Suggestion

Serve hot chicken sukka with:

• Neer dosa
• Steamed rice
• Chapati or parotta