Gaeng Kua Gai

Gaeng Kua Gai is a fragrant and spicy Thai chicken curry that combines the richness of coconut milk with fresh herbs and spices. This dish offers a delightful balance of flavors while being a healthy lunch option.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast, diced - 200 grams
• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Thai red curry paste - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Kaffir lime leaves, torn - 3 leaves
• Thai basil leaves - 1/2 cup
• Bell pepper, sliced - 1/2 cup
• Zucchini, sliced - 1/2 cup
• Mushrooms, sliced - 1/2 cup
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. Add the Thai red curry paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in the diced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the coconut milk, and add fish sauce, brown sugar, and kaffir lime leaves. Stir well.
5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
6. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7. Stir in the lime juice and Thai basil leaves just before serving.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk, beneficial for heart health.

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