Turmeric Coconut Chicken Curry
serves 6
Saute in a large pot for 5 minutes:
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 medium red onion, diced
2 inches fresh ginger, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
Add and bloom for 2 minutes:
1.5 tsp. turmeric
1/2 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
Add and saute until sealed, 5-7 min:
2 lb. chicken, diced
Add and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes:
1 15-oz. can of tomatoes, drained thoroughly
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. salt
On the side, combine:
1 13-oz. can coconut milk
1 tbsp. cornstarch
Stir the coconut milk mixture into the curry over medium heat, until the sauce begins to thicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top if desired.
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1 medium red onion
2 inches fresh ginger
2 lb. chicken
15-oz. can tomatoes
13-oz. can coconut milk
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3 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 tsp. turmeric
1/2 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp. cornstarch
2 tbsp. olive oil
