Burmese Chicken & Bottle Gourd Curry| Calabash with Chicken curry| Myanmar Chicken Gourd dish.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative.

bottle gourd

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Zucchini is a more accessible vegetable option.

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

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder; stir to coat the chicken evenly.

Pour in coconut milk and water; bring to a simmer.

Add diced bottle gourd and season with salt and black pepper.

Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and bottle gourd is tender.

Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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