The enticingly rich and fragrant chicken curry recipe guided below will help you change up your meals. The tender, flavorful chicken is thoroughly infused with the spices, and the sauce, which is rich with the aroma of curry and especially creamy, will make you love it from the very first taste.
Curry is a dish that originated in India. However, since its introduction to Vietnam, it has become a popular dish that many people love and choose for their meals. Curry has many different versions, such as beef curry, Thai-style curry, Japanese-style curry, chicken curry, goat curry, lamb curry, and more. Making curry isn’t difficult, but the important thing is knowing how to harmoniously combine the main ingredients with the spices, especially the curry powder itself. The following guide on how to make a delicious chicken curry will provide you with a flavorful, nutritious, and unique-tasting dish.
Vietnamese Chicken Curry Recipe
Description
This aromatic Vietnamese chicken curry is perfect for a warm day, featuring tender chicken, sweet carrots, and a rich, flavorful broth thickened slightly for a comforting gravy.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken
Thinly slice the of boneless chicken.
In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with the following marinade ingredients: mushroom seasoning, fish sauce, oyster sauce, minced garlic, pepper, minced ginger, minced shallot, sugar, curry powder, and curry oil.
Mix well to coat all the chicken pieces.
Marinate and let the chicken rest for at least minutes.
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Prepare the Vegetables
Cut the carrots into bite-size pieces.
Slice of onion.
Prepare the of lemongrass (lightly smash them to release their fragrance).
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Cook the Curry
Heat of oil in a pot or large skillet.
Add the star anise cloves, piece of cinnamon, and stalks of lemongrass. Fry until fragrant.
Add the sliced onion and chopped carrot and sauté briefly.
Add the marinated chicken and cook until it is about cooked.
Pour in of water.
Stir in of coconut milk.
Bring to a gentle simmer and let it simmer for more minutes, or until the carrots are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
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Finish and Serve
Prepare a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with a little cold water).
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering curry to thicken the sauce to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh herbs like mint and basil.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 380kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 24g37%
- Saturated Fat 8g40%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 30g60%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
1. Bloom the Spices
Before adding your chicken or vegetables, heat the oil and fry the whole spices—star anise, cinnamon, and lemongrass—until you can clearly smell their aroma. This "blooming" step is essential because it pulls the deepest flavors out of the spices, which is what gives Vietnamese curry its rich, signature taste. Don't rush this part.
2. Watch the Salt
The recipe uses fish sauce, oyster sauce, and mushroom seasoning, all of which are very salty. Because of this, you should not add any extra salt while cooking. Wait until the entire curry has simmered for 30 minutes and then taste the sauce. This prevents the dish from becoming much too salty.
3. Thicken Slowly
When it's time to thicken the curry with the cornstarch slurry, pour it in slowly while stirring constantly. You want a light, smooth gravy, not a thick paste. Add a little at a time and let the curry heat back up to a simmer to check the thickness. Stop adding the slurry once the sauce reaches your preferred consistency.