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Sri Lankan Chicken Curry

Cultural Context

Sri Lankan Chicken Curry is a staple in the diverse culinary landscape of Sri Lanka, known for its vibrant flavors and aromatic spices. Traditionally, it is enjoyed with rice or flatbreads and often served during family gatherings and festive occasions. The dish reflects the island's rich heritage of spice trade, with influences from Indian and Malay cuisines. Today, it is celebrated globally, with variations that cater to different palates and dietary preferences.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 green chilies
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons Sri Lankan curry powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cinnamon stick
1 lb chicken breast
1 can (13.5 oz) light coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup tomato puree
1/4 cup fresh coriander
2 tablespoons lime

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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 alternative, while thighs are more economical than breasts.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade blends can be healthier and cheaper.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, while jalapeños are often less expensive.

1

Toast curry leaves in a dry pan until they start to pop, then cool and blitz in a spice grinder to make curry powder.

2

Heat coconut oil in a wok on high heat.

3

Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about a few minutes.

4

Add equal measures of minced garlic and ginger, along with two sliced green chilies, and fry for 30 seconds.

5

Stir in chili powder, turmeric, paprika, Sri Lankan curry powder, cumin, and cinnamon; cook for 30 seconds more.

6

Add chicken breast pieces and cook until the pink is gone on the outside.

7

If the chicken and spices stick, add a little water to loosen and scrape the bottom.

8

Pour in light coconut milk and add salt and tomato puree; stir well.

9

Simmer on high heat for about 10 minutes.

10

Garnish with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lime before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblooming spicessimmering

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Chicken Curry Sri LankaSri Lankan Curry Chicken

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