Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Coconut Curry, a comforting dish that combines creamy coconut milk with zesty spices and fresh vegetables. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy nights at home or impressing guests at dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp red curry paste
- 2 cups bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 lb chicken breast or tofu, cubed
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prep your Ingredients: Cut the chicken or tofu and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat; add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add Protein & Cook: Stir in chicken or tofu; cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Incorporate Veggies & Curry Paste: Add bell peppers and red curry paste; mix well and cook until veggies soften (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in Coconut Milk: Add coconut milk, soy sauce, and brown sugar; let simmer gently until thickened (5-10 minutes).
- Finish & Serve: Stir in lime juice and cilantro before serving hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg