Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken Recipe | Easy Brazilian Coconut Chicken Curry@BeulahsKitchenKE

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

red chili flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: paprika

Fresh chili offers a vibrant taste, while paprika is more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Make thin slices of the chicken breast.

In a clean bowl, add garlic powder, cayenne pepper, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Mix well.

Add salt to taste and mix well again.

Rub the mixed spices onto the sliced chicken breasts.

In a pan, add 2 tablespoons of oil and set heat to medium low.

Add the chicken pieces and cook both sides for 7-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.

In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of oil and chopped onions.

Add chopped jalapenos (optional) and minced ginger and garlic. Cook until translucent.

Add tomatoes and lemon juice, along with salt to taste and turmeric powder.

Add 1/2 cup of coconut milk and the chicken pieces back to the pan.

Cook under low heat for 10 minutes.

Garnish with parsley or coriander and serve hot with an accompaniment of choice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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