Description
Cape Malay Chicken Curry is a warm, comforting dish that envelops you in a delicious blend of aromatic spices. Tender chicken thighs simmer with fragrant cinnamon, cardamom, and turmeric, creating a vibrant curry that’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm flatbreads for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in curry powder and additional spices (optional) for another minute.
- Add chicken thighs; brown on all sides (6-8 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk and tomato paste; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat and cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot over rice or with flatbreads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cape Malay
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg