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coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in fat.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers umami flavor without fish.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: dried galangal

Ginger is more readily available and similar in taste.

Marinate chicken in turmeric, salt, and fish sauce for at least 30 minutes.

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

Sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add lemongrass and galangal, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Stir in chili paste and cook until oil separates, about 5 minutes.

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

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add lime leaves, sugar, and additional salt to taste.

Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Prepare rice according to package instructions, typically steaming or boiling.

Serve the chicken curry over rice, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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