Creamy Indonesian Chicken Curry

Indonesian Chicken Curry (Kari Ayam) Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 chicken breast, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 1/2 cabbage, sliced
• Spice Paste:
  • 5 shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 candlenuts
  • 1-inch ginger
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • Bird’s eye chilies, to taste
  • 5 red chilies
  • 1-inch turmeric
• 400 ml coconut milk
• Chicken broth powder, salt, sugar, and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Clean and dice all the vegetables.

2. Make the Spice Paste: Blend together shallots, garlic, candlenuts, ginger, coriander seeds, chilies, and turmeric until smooth.

3. Cooking Process:

   • Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
   • Add water and bring to a simmer.
   • Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and cabbage in that order, stirring continuously to prevent the coconut milk from curdling.
   • Pour in the coconut milk and continue stirring gently.

4. Add the Chicken: Once the vegetables are slightly tender, add the diced chicken breast, chicken broth powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

5. Final Touch: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.

6. Serve: Once done, your Indonesian Chicken Curry (Kari Ayam) is ready to be enjoyed. Serve hot with steamed rice.

This flavorful Indonesian dish is a comforting blend of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and aromatic spices, all simmered in creamy coconut milk. Perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week!