Burmese Chicken Curry

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This recipe is for a mildly spiced curry from Burma with a beautiful fish-infused sauce! Try it! You can find garam masala in most supermarkets' spice sections or at Asian markets. You can also make your own easily. This meal is excellent served with rice and Indian breads such as chapati, roti, or naan.

Submitted by Lee Jackson
Updated on October 1, 2024
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 2 ¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

  • 2 teaspoons curry powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon garam masala

  • 2 onions, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 2 teaspoons paprika

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 5 teaspoons corn oil

  • 2 tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce

  • 1 teaspoon minced lemon grass

  • 1 cup water

Directions

  1. Rub chicken thighs with curry powder, salt, and garam masala. Cover and set aside. Place onion, 2 tablespoons water, garlic, paprika, ginger, and cayenne pepper in a blender; blend into a smooth paste.

  2. Heat oil in a large, lidded skillet over medium heat. Add onion paste; cook and stir until darkened, about 7 minutes. Stir in chicken thighs; cook 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, fish sauce, and lemon grass; cook 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup water; bring curry to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook until chicken begins to fall apart, stirring occasionally, 25 to 35 minutes. Remove lid; increase heat. Cook until sauce is reduced, about 5 minutes. Skim and discard excess oil from top.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

215 Calories
12g Fat
5g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 215
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 77mg 26%
Sodium 495mg 22%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 22g 45%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 306mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.