Cambodian Chicken Curry Recipe

Описание: Cambodian chicken curry, also known as "Somlor Kari," is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich, coconut-based curry sauce infused with a blend of fragrant spices. This dish is a delightful fusion of Cambodian and Southeast Asian flavors, offering a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes.

Recipe for Cambodian Chicken Curry:

Ingredients:
1 Cornish hen and 1 chicken thigh or 2-3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 large rehydrated red peppers
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 large shallot
4 tablespoons Cambodian curry paste (adjust to your spice preference)
1 tablespoon shrimp paste
1 tablespoon yellow curry paste
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon and 2 cups water or 2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoons fish sauce (adjust to taste)
2.5 tablespoon palm sugar or brown sugar
5 kaffir lime leaves, torn into pieces
1-2 lemongrass stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces and smashed
2-3 small potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
2 carrots, cut into 1 inch thick

*Instructions:*

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add the minced garlic, pepper, shallot, and cook for a minute until fragrant.

3. Add the palm sugar and Cambodian lemongrass paste to the pot and sauté it for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to bloom.

4. Add the chicken pieces and sauté and simmer. Stir to combine.

5. Add curry paste, shrimp paste, fish sauce, sugar, kaffir lime leaves, and chicken bouillon mix to the pot.

6. Add 2 cups water and bring to a boil.

7. reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

8. Add the carrot and potato chunks, and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

9. Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning if needed.

10. Serve the Cambodian chicken curry hot, garnished.

Enjoy this delicious Cambodian chicken curry with French bread, steamed rice or rice vermicelli for a comforting and aromatic meal that's sure to satisfy your taste buds!