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Delicious chicken curry Filipino style served in a bowl with rice and herbs

Chicken Curry Filipino Style

A delicious and comforting dish made with tender chicken, creamy coconut, and aromatic spices. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy meal at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 800-1000 g chicken Use chicken breast or thighs.
  • 200 ml coconut cream Divide into two parts for cooking.
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 2 medium potatoes Diced.
  • 1 medium carrot Diced.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 piece red bell pepper Diced.
  • 1 thumb-sized ginger Finely chopped.
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • to taste Chili powder or paprika powder Adjust according to spice preference.
  • to taste Ground black pepper For seasoning.
  • a bit of oil For frying.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a pan, add a little oil and fry the ginger for a minute.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, frying until soft.
  3. Then, add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for 10 minutes until they are brown.
  4. Sprinkle in the curry powder and chili powder, stirring to dissolve.
  5. Pour in the fish sauce and let it simmer for 3 minutes to allow the flavors to soak in.
  6. Add water and 100ml of coconut cream, letting it simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Add in diced carrots and potatoes, sprinkle with ground black pepper, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  8. Finally, pour in the remaining 100ml of coconut cream and add the diced red bell pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Notes

Serve hot with steamed rice, garnished with fresh herbs or lime wedges. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with chickpeas or tofu. Use fresh spices for better flavor. Adjust chili powder according to your spice preference.