🎥 Sri Lankan Cooking - Traditional Lanka Kitchen - Sri Lankan Chicken Curry - Food Travel vlog

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while thighs are more affordable than breasts.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat, while bell peppers offer sweetness without spice.

curry leaves

💰Cheaper: bay leaves

Bay leaves are more accessible and provide aromatic flavor.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add green chilies and curry leaves; sauté for another minute.

Mix in turmeric, coriander powder, cumin, and black pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and stir well; cook until softened.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt and lime juice; stir to combine.

Cover and simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is tender.

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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