Village Girls Prepare The Best Khmer Noodle Chicken Curry Recipe Feed Poor Kids

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is easier to find and provides a similar umami flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a healthier option for vegetarians, while pork is often less expensive.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: regular pasta

Whole grain noodles offer more fiber, while regular pasta is often less costly.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Stir in fish sauce and sugar; adjust seasoning to taste.

Meanwhile, cook rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.

To serve, place noodles in bowls and ladle curry over them.

Garnish with lime wedges, basil, bean sprouts, and chopped green onion.

Sprinkle with crushed peanuts before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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