For Marination (Optional) • 500g of curry-cut chicken • 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder • Salt For Masala • 2-3 tbsp of coconut oil • 1 tbsp of crushed ginger • 1 tbsp of crushed garlic • 1 large-sized onions, sliced • 10 shallots, sliced • 2-3 green chilies, slit • 1 sprig of curry leaves • 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder • 2 tsp of coriander powder • 2 tsp of fennel powder • 1 1/2 tbsp of vinegar • Salt, to taste • 1 cup of water • 1/2 cup of coconut milk For Tadka • 3 tbsp of coconut oil • 1 sprig of curry leaves • 1-2 green chilies, slit • 1 small onion, sliced • 4-5 small shallot, sliced