Chicken curry Arabic style, /Arabic chicken curry recipe

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 a plant-based option, while thighs are less expensive.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and may be cheaper.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley provides a similar flavor profile and is often cheaper.

Heat vegetable 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 diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and cardamom; cook for 2 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and stir to coat in the spice mixture; cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low and cover; cook until chicken is tender, about 30 minutes.

Stir in chopped chili peppers and lemon juice; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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