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chicken curry recipe filipino

Filipino Recipe for Chicken Curry

Discover an authentic Filipino recipe for chicken curry. Rich, creamy, and easy to make with simple ingredients like coconut milk and turmeric. Perfect for a comforting meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thighs Chicken thighs
  • 1 can Coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp Turmeric
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 thumb Ginger grated
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 tbsp Fish sauce adjust to taste
  • 2 medium Potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 2 optional Carrots peeled and chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot or deep skillet
  • Chopping board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spoon for Stirring

Method
 

  1. Prep all ingredients: dice onions, mince garlic, grate ginger, and cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Peel and chop potatoes and carrots.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sauté onions until soft and golden.
  4. Add garlic and ginger, stirring for about a minute until aromatic.
  5. Add chicken pieces and brown them slightly on all sides.
  6. Sprinkle turmeric over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
  7. Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine.
  8. Add potatoes and carrots, then let it come to a gentle simmer.
  9. Lower heat and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Adjust seasoning with fish sauce to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed white rice or garlic fried rice. For a tangy contrast, serve with pickled vegetables like atchara. You can substitute chicken thighs with beef, shrimp, tofu, or chickpeas for variations. The curry can be frozen for up to three months and reheated gently for later meals. To customize the spice level, feel free to omit any hot ingredients or add chili peppers for a kick.
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