Ingredients:

1 thick slice of onion, coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 garlic clove, finely chopped

2 thin slices of peeled fresh ginger, finely chopped

A small pinch each of ground cumin, Ground cilantro, black mustard seed and fenugreek

Chile powder or dried chile flakes to taste

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon Greek yogurt, or yogurt with active cultures, plus extra to serve

8 to 9 ounces skinless, boneless chicken, in chunks or strips

Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped to serve

Directions: Put the onion in a deep bowl with the vegetable oil and toss together. Microwave at full power for 1 minute, then add the garlic and ginger and microwave again for 1 minute. Stir in the spices and cook for another 30 seconds. Mix the cornstarch into the spice mixture, then the yogurt, then the chicken. Microwave at full power for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring after every minute. Serve with extra yogurt and the chopped cilantro.