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Recipe: Spicy Durban Chicken from Sanaa

June 23, 2015 by Becky 9 Comments

spicy durban chicken

I don’t know about you, but Sanaa is one of my absolute favorite Disney restaurants. I had tried the Spicy Durban chicken there, but it was a little too spicy for me!  So I found this recipe online and cut down on the spiciness a bit.  I also let out the onion since we don’t like it.  I figured I’d share my adapted recipe with you.  It turned out really well and was a delicious dinner!

This recipe was adapted from the one found at the Disney Family website.

Ingredients

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For the Dry Masala
    • 1 whole star anise
    • 1/2 tablespoon whole cumin seeds
    • 2 whole bay leaves
    • 4 green cardamom pods
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ground cinnamon
    • 2 tablespoons chili powder (more or less as desired)
    • 1 1/2 tablespoons Madras curry powder
    • 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
For the Chicken and Curry Sauce
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Course salt, freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced (use only 1 for less spicy)
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
  • 3 cups canned crushed tomatoes with juice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup minced cilantro
  • Basmati rice, for serving

Directions:

1.  To make the dry masala, toast star anise, cumin seeds, bay leaves, and cardamom pods in a heavy, dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring until spices begin to brown and are fragrant. Remove from heat and cool.

2.  Grind spices in a food processor so they are a fine powder.

3.  Combine spice mixture with cinnamon, chili powder, Madras curry powder, and turmeric powder. Toast in heavy, dry skillet over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring until fragrant. Remove from skillet and set aside to cool.

4.  Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes or bite size pieces.  Season with salt and pepper. Place chicken in skillet and brown for 8 to 10 minutes, turning to evenly cook. Remove from skillet and set aside.

5.  Add jalapeños to skillet and cook 4 to 5 minutes. Add ginger and garlic, stirring to combine. Cook for 1 minute. Mix in dry masala mixture with a rubber spatula and cook for 1 minute.

6.  Stir in tomatoes and increase heat to high for 3 to 4 minutes.

7.  Return chicken to skillet, add water, and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until sauce slightly thickens. Stir in cilantro. Serve immediately over rice.

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What’s your favorite dish at Sanaa?

Filed Under: At Home, Food and Drink, Recipes, Resorts Tagged With: Animal Kingdom Lodge, recipe, Sanaa

Comments

  1. Trisha @ The Ham & Cheese Of It says

    August 14, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    I have never had Durban Chicken but this looks rather delicious and I may have to add it to my wheel house! Thank you for sharing it with us today on the blog passion project!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      August 14, 2015 at 5:52 pm

      Thank you! I definitely recommend trying it, it has a good level of spiciness to it but not overwhelming!

      Reply
  2. Ariel @ Keys to My Life says

    August 14, 2015 at 8:26 pm

    I love finding Disney park recipes! I’ve yet to make it to Disney World, but I’m excited to try this one in my own kitchen before I go. It sounds amazing!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      August 14, 2015 at 8:37 pm

      I’ve tried some and they are so fun – I have many more on my list to try though!

      Reply
  3. Shann Eva says

    August 14, 2015 at 9:06 pm

    This sounds and looks really good. I can’t handle too much spice, and I don’t like onions either, so your changes are perfect. And how cute are your recipe cards and holder?!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      August 15, 2015 at 2:23 pm

      Thank you! I actually did a blog post on how I made the recipe holder too 🙂 http://www.disneyinyourday.com/2013/08/26/crafty-corner-disney-recipe-box/

      Reply
  4. Rae says

    August 14, 2015 at 10:39 pm

    I’m so making this for dinner tomorrow! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      August 15, 2015 at 2:23 pm

      I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  5. Becki S says

    August 17, 2015 at 12:23 am

    That Disney recipe box is too cute! I’d never heard of this restaurant in the park, but the chicken sounds yummy.

    Reply

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About Me

Hi, I'm Becky!

I'm a huge Disney fan in my early 30's and always trying to find a way to put a little bit of Disney into everyday life. I live in Pennsylvania but travel to the theme parks several times a year - I'm an annual passholder at Disney World! In addition to Disney I love traveling, running, and theater.

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