Cambodian Curry Recipe Under 300 Calories! Light, Fragrant & Delicious

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while evaporated milk is more affordable.

lemongrass

🥗Healthier: lemon zest

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon zest captures the citrus flavor of lemongrass.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: brown sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Brown sugar maintains some molasses flavor.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add shallots and garlic, sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine.

Add lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.

Season with fish sauce and palm sugar, stirring well.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.

Add vegetables and cook until just tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in fresh basil before serving.

Serve hot with rice.

Cooking Techniques

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