Burmese coconut chicken curry

Burmese coconut chicken curry is a flavorful dish made by simmering chicken in a coconut milk-based curry with spices and aromatics.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Chicken Thighs800Grams
Coconut Milk400Milliliters
Onion1Count
Garlic4Clove
Ginger1Inch
Curry Powder2Tbsp
Turmeric Powder1Tsp
Fish Sauce2Tbsp
Brown Sugar1Tbsp
Vegetable Oil2Tbsp
Lime1Count
Cilantro1Bunch
Salt1Tsp
Water200Milliliters

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in curry powder and turmeric powder, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add chicken pieces to the pot, stirring to coat with the spices.
  6. Pour in coconut milk and water, stirring to combine.
  7. Add fish sauce, brown sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  10. Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.
  11. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Kitchen equipment

GraterLarge Pot