Sri Lankan Chicken and Cashew Curry Inspired by My Travels

cashew nuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide healthy fats while peanuts are more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories; evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative; thighs are less expensive than breasts.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric and cumin

Homemade blends can be fresher and cheaper.

Marinate chicken thighs in warm spices.

Heat olive oil in a large pot.

Add marinated chicken and cook until browned.

Pour in coconut milk and add curry leaves; bring to a simmer.

Add cashews and cook until chicken is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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