How to cook a Spicy Burmese Duck Curry! ဘဲသားပာင်း

duck

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers umami flavor, and salt is a basic alternative.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Jalapeños provide similar heat, while red pepper flakes are often less expensive.

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

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

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

Add chopped green chilies and sauté for another minute.

Incorporate turmeric, coriander, and cumin, stirring to combine.

Add duck pieces and sear until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

Stir in fish sauce, sugar, and salt, adjusting to taste.

Add lemongrass, lime leaves, and basil, simmering for 30-40 minutes until duck is tender.

Remove lemongrass and lime leaves before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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