Winter Comfort: Spicy Mango Coconut Chicken Curry

Today’s Inspiration: Spicy Mango Coconut Chicken Curry

As the temperatures drop and winter sets in, I find myself craving cozy and comforting dishes that warm me from the inside out. Today, I’m excited to share with you a unique and delicious recipe for Spicy Mango Coconut Chicken Curry. This flavorful dish combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with the richness of coconut milk and a kick of spicy heat, creating a perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 300g chicken breast, diced
• 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
• 400ml coconut milk
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• to taste
• to taste
• for garnish

Kitchen Tools:

• knife
• cutting board
• large pot
• wooden spoon

To begin, heat a large pot over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent. Next, add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.

Once the chicken is cooked through, sprinkle the curry powder and chili flakes over the chicken, onion, and garlic mixture, and stir to coat everything evenly. Pour in the coconut milk and add the diced mango to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and bring the curry to a simmer.

Allow the curry to simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together and the sauce has thickened slightly. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Serve the Spicy Mango Coconut Chicken Curry hot over steamed rice, garnished with fresh cilantro. The combination of sweet mango, creamy coconut milk, and spicy curry flavors is sure to delight your palate and warm you up on even the coldest of days.

Approximate total weight of cooked dish: 850g
Approximate number of servings: 4
Average weight of one serving: 212g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 320 calories

One clever tip for this dish is to puree half of the mango pieces with some coconut milk to create a smooth and creamy texture in the sauce, while leaving the remaining mango chunks for added sweetness and texture.

I hope you enjoy making and savoring this Spicy Mango Coconut Chicken Curry as much as I do. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or protein, and make it your own! Bon appétit!