Hearty Dish: Japanese Chicken Curry Cook-Up
Squeeze the juice outta some plump, luscious chicken thighs as they bask in the warm, Friggin' sweet embrace of Japanese Curry, accompanied by mouthwatering sweet potatoes. We think learning the art of whippin' up Curry Powder could level up your curry game! For a spicy rice coupling, try the speedy Dhal recipe with spinach.
- Servings: 6 hearty bowls
- Difficulty: Hell yeah, you can do this!
- Total time: 55 mins screwing around (25 mins actively)
Whatchagotting:
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1 finely chopped yellow onion
- 4 minced cloves of garlicky goodness
- A finger's worth of freshly grated ginger
- A pinch o' salt
- 1/4 cup flour (optional for thickening up)
- 2 tbsp mild curry powder, pinch of heat
- 2 tbsp tomato paste or ketchup, hot stuff
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, cuz umami
- 1 tbsp honey, sweet relief
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth, saves a little salt later on
- 1 can of sinfully creamy coconut milk, give it a good shake
- 2.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, ripe for the cookin'
- 1.5 pounds deliciously orange-hued sweet potatoes, cut into pretty pieces
- A large apple, like a Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and finely grated, adds a kick
- Steamed rice, heaven for curry
Instructions:
- In a large saucepan on medium heat, pop the oil in there and let it get nice and toasty. Toss in the onion, give it a spin, and add the garlic and ginger, along with a pinch of salt. Cook 'em baby till it gets all soft and sweet (about 5 minutes). Sprinkle the flour over this mix and let it cook for 2 minutes. Now pour in the curry powder, tomato paste, Worcestershire, and a teaspoon of salt.
- Gradually add the chicken broth to the pot, whisking constantly until the sauce is silky smooth and combined. Let it reach a boil. Add the coconut milk, chicken, sweet potatoes, and apple, stirring until they're all friends. Pop the lid on the pot, reduce the heat, and simmer the whole mess, stirring every now and then, till the chicken and potatoes are cooked, generally around 30 minutes. Taste test for perfection, seasonin' with a little more salt if necessary. Serve that beautiful curry over your rice.
- To elevate your dining experience, consider pairing the Japanese Curry with a Cultural Recipe for Dhal, a spicy rice dish that can be easily prepared in just 25 minutes as a side.
- For a unique twist, try incorporating the traditional Japanese Curry Powder into a recipe for the popular Indian dish, Dhal, to create a fusion of flavors that will surely delight your taste buds.
- To complete the meal, bring steamed Japanese rice to the table to perfectly complement the rich and savory Curry recipe, ensuring a balanced and satisfying meal for all six guests.
