Simple, Delicious Yellow Curry
Serves: 4 | Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Level: Intermediate
Ingredients
8 boneless Chicken Thighs
Yellow Curry paste of choice
2 large Russet Potatoes
1 large Carrot
1/2 White Onion
3 Limes
A couple sprigs of Basil / Thai Basil
1 cup Chicken stock
1 can Coconut milk
Jasmine rice
1-2 Chilies of choice (Jalapeno/Fresno; optional)
Fish Sauce (optional)
Green Onions (optional)
Seasonings / Oils
Salt
Pepper
Curry Powder
Cooking oil (Avocado, Grapeseed, etc)
Steps
Step 1
Rinse rice a few times, then use package water ratio, bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer per package instructions
Step 2
Dice onion, potatoes, and carrots into medium-sized chunks, then chop chilies into thin strips and limes in half
Step 3
Season your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and curry powder, then slice into 1 inch wide strips
Step 4
Bring oil in pan to med/high heat, evenly distribute chicken strips; flip after 3-4 minutes, then another 3-4 minutes
Step 5
Bring cooking oil in a pot to medium heat and add in onions for 2 minutes, then carrots for 3-4, then curry paste for 2 minutes
Step 6
Add in coconut milk, chicken broth, lime juice, basil, chilies, and a dash of fish sauce; bring to a boil then lower to a simmer for about 20-25 minutes, TASTE IT about 15 minutes in!
Step 7
Once curry is cooked to desired consistency, plate on top of a bed of rice and garnish with chilies / basil / green onions!
Common Pitfalls:
Taste your curry mixture about 15 minutes in! Make sure it tastes good, season accordingly
Don’t cut your veggies super thin or they will become disintegrate in the curry
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Pot
Pan
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Can use any type of potato
Can use any type of curry paste
Can use any type of protein
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Swap out the curry paste and protein for a completely different feel!
Curry pastes last long in the fridge, so it’s helpful to have a couple types