AL'S BURMESE CHICKEN CURRY

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A chicken curry with the balanced elements of spicy and sour with the traditional flavors of Southeast Asia. Serve with basmati rice. This will taste even better if you leave it for a day or two before eating.

Provided by Alex Illes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon butter, or as needed
8 shallots, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons red curry paste, or more to taste
2 tablespoons hot curry powder
1 tablespoon ground red chile pepper
2 ½ pounds chicken thighs
1 lemongrass, smashed and cut into 1-inch pieces
10 bird's eye chile peppers, chopped, or to taste
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 kaffir lime leaves, or to taste
3 tablespoons fish sauce
water to cover
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
4 tomatoes, quartered
½ small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a wok over medium heat. Add shallots and fry until golden, about 10 minutes. Remove shallots and set aside. Add curry paste to the wok and toast until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in curry powder and ground chile. Add chicken and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemongrass, chiles peppers, coriander, and lime leaves.
  • Pour in fish sauce and enough water to cover chicken. Add coconut milk; cook for 10 minutes. Toss in tomatoes and cook until starting to soften, about 10 minutes more. Reduce heat to low and simmer until flavors blend, 2 to 3 hours.
  • Remove lemongrass and lime leaves. Garnish curry with the fried shallots and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 108.2 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 18.1 g, Sodium 814.2 mg, Sugar 6 g

MD pranto
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This curry sounds delicious! I love the unique flavor of the Burmese spices. I'm definitely going to try this recipe soon.


HaitianSlim_ Mezanmi
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken curry recipes. This one looks like a winner! I can't wait to try it.


AREWA blog 24
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This curry looks so flavorful! I love the addition of the Burmese spices. I'm definitely going to give this recipe a try.


M. Azad Bloch
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this curry sounds like it's just the right amount of heat. I can't wait to try it!


Okuhle Sikhakhane
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This curry sounds delicious! I love the combination of flavors. I'm definitely going to try this recipe soon.


Abdifatah Nadir
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I'm always looking for new chicken curry recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. I love the unique flavor of the Burmese spices. I can't wait to try it!


Maya D Neupane
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This curry is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I usually make a big batch and freeze it for later.


Md Mithun hasan jame
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I love this curry! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I usually add some extra vegetables to make it a complete meal.


At Lu Arif
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This curry was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


JuliusMichael Waldner
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I'm not a big fan of chicken curry, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The curry was delicious and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Nabab
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This curry is so delicious and flavorful. I love the combination of spices. I served it over jasmine rice, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashraf Alnassiry
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I've made this curry several times now, and it's always a hit. I love the unique flavor of the Burmese spices. I usually serve it with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables.


Alisha Khadka
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This chicken curry is a great weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use all pantry staples, and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Bijoy banro
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food. But I'm so glad I did! The curry was perfectly flavorful without being too spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


kasule abubaker
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This curry is amazing! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use all pantry staples. I've made it several times already, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Joe Wwilson
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I've tried many chicken curry recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices is perfect, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken curry.


3sk Alizai
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This recipe is a keeper! I made it for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavors, and I was so happy to have found a new favorite chicken curry recipe.


Yvonne Maddock
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This curry was so easy to make, and it tasted like I had spent hours in the kitchen. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Deniz Family
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I'm always looking for new and exciting chicken curry recipes, and this one definitely delivered. The addition of the Burmese spices gave it a unique and flavorful twist. I served it over jasmine rice, and it was a hit with my family.


Meddy Iremera
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This Burmese chicken curry was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly complex and well-balanced, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. Will definitely be making this again!