HOW TO MAKE DUCK CURRY (KUTTANADAN SPECIAL/EPISODE 04

duck

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than duck.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is more economical.

red curry paste

🥗Healthier: homemade curry paste

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Homemade paste can control ingredients, while curry powder is a budget-friendly alternative.

bamboo shoots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini is lower in calories, while carrots are more accessible.

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; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add red curry paste and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes until well combined.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

Add duck pieces and cook for 20-25 minutes until tender.

Incorporate bamboo shoots and bell peppers; simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Season with fish sauce, sugar, and salt to taste.

Add lime leaves and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil and coriander before serving.

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