"Curried Chicken Fried Rice | So Tasty!" Village Life of Mali Cooking

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces salt intake, while tamari is often less expensive.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade curry blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Homemade blends can be healthier and cheaper than commercial mixes.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and health benefits, while canola is budget-friendly.

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

Add diced onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced chicken breast; cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Add carrots and bell pepper; cook until slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Sprinkle curry powder over the mixture; stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.

Add cooked rice and peas; mix thoroughly until heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Drizzle soy sauce over the rice; stir to evenly distribute.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste; mix well.

Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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