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Dairy-Free & Nut-Free Malaysian Chicken Curry recipe by Safe Plated

Dairy-Free & Nut-Free Malaysian Chicken Curry

A flavorful and aromatic Malaysian chicken curry made with coconut milk instead of dairy, ensuring a rich and creamy texture without any nuts. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

60m4 servings
Contains wheatContains soyDAIRY-freeNUTS-free
520 cal|35g protein|30g carbs|30g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 680 g Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 1 large Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 2.54 cm Ginger
  • 2 tbsp Red Curry Paste
  • 1 can Coconut Milk
  • 2 medium Potatoes
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Add minced garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
  5. 5Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
  6. 6Pour in coconut milk, add diced potatoes, soy sauce, and sugar.
  7. 7Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
  8. 8Stir in lime juice and garnish with cilantro before serving.

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