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Coconut Chicken Curry

If you like Thai food, you need to try this recipe! It’s easy and gives you a healthier version of your favorite thai dish made at home.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp coconut oil

  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced small

  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, cubed into bite-sized pieces

  • 3 cloves of Garlic, finely minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh Ginger, finely chopped

  • 2 tsp Ground Coriander

  • 13 oz Light Coconut Milk

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Carrots

  • 2 tbsp Thai Red Curry Paste

  • 3 cups fresh Spinach Leaves

  • 1 Lime, juiced

  • Salt and Pepper to taste

  • 1/4 cup fresh Basil (for garnish)

  • Brown Rice or Quinoa optional for serving

How to make:

  • Cook the onion in the coconut oil until softened.

  • Add the chicken and cook all the way through, adding salt and pepper to taste

  • Add the garlic, ginger, and ground coriander and cook for 2-3 minutes.

  • Next, add the coconut milk, shredded carrots, and red curry paste. Let cook for 10minutes until the mixture is at a boil and the sauce is able to thicken slightly.

  • Add the spinach and lime juice and cook until the spinach is wilted.

  • Garnish with fresh chopped basil.

  • Optional: serve over brown rice or quinoa.