Tantalize your taste buds with the exotic flavors of Burmese chicken curry, a delectable dish that embodies the culinary heritage of Myanmar. This savory delight is a harmonious blend of aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and tender chicken, resulting in a rich and flavorful experience.
Embark on a culinary journey as we present two variations of this beloved dish: the traditional Burmese chicken curry and a simplified version for those seeking convenience. Both recipes capture the essence of this classic Burmese dish while catering to different cooking preferences and skill levels.
The traditional Burmese chicken curry is a labor of love, meticulously prepared with a symphony of spices and fresh ingredients. Each step is essential, from marinating the chicken in a fragrant blend of lemongrass, garlic, ginger, and turmeric to simmering it in a velvety coconut milk-based sauce. The result is a dish that bursts with complex flavors and aromas, leaving a lasting impression on your palate.
For those seeking a simplified yet equally satisfying experience, the simplified Burmese chicken curry offers a streamlined approach without compromising on taste. This version utilizes pre-made curry paste, allowing home cooks to create a flavorful dish with minimal effort. Despite its simplicity, this recipe delivers an authentic taste of Burmese cuisine, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings.
Whether you choose the traditional or simplified route, Burmese chicken curry promises a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Myanmar. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
BURMESE CHICKEN CURRY
A mildly spiced curry from Burma with a beautiful fish-infused sauce! Try it!!! Garam Masala can be found in most supermarkets in the spice section or from asian supermarkets. You can also make your own pretty easily. This meal is excellent served with rice and indian breads such as chapati, roti or naan.
Provided by Lee Jackson
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Rub chicken thighs with curry powder, garam masala, salt. Cover and set aside. Place onion, garlic, ginger, cayenne pepper, and paprika in a blender with 2 tablespoons of water and blend into a smooth paste.
- Heat the oil in a large, lidded skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion mixture until darkened, about 7 minutes. Stir in chicken thighs and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, then add tomatoes, lemon grass, and fish sauce. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of water and bring the curry to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low and cook until the chicken begins to fall apart, stirring occasionally, 25 to 35 minutes. Remove lid and increase heat. Cook until the sauce is reduced, about 5 minutes. Skim off excess oil from the top and discard.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 495.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
BURMESE CHICKEN CURRY
This recipe is from Cooking Light and is one of my favorite chicken dishes. Yellow lentils (dal) are available where ever Indian foods are sold. Yellow split peas can be substituted. My experience has been that either one takes longer than 25minutes to reach tenderness, so I cook them ahead of time in a crock pot. Red lentils cook much quicker and can also be substituted. Serve over rice or Chinese egg noodles.
Provided by crrllssn
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place lentils in large saucepan; cover with water to 2 inches above lentils. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cover, reduce heat, simmer 25 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Combine cumin and next 5 ingredients(through cloves) in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add chicken; seal and shake to coat.
- Heat oil in large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion; saute 3 minutes. Add chicken and spice mixture; saute 4 minutes. Stir in broth, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Add lentils and bay leaves; cover and simmer 30 minutes. Uncover and simmer 10 minutes.
BURMESE CHICKEN CURRY
This recipe is from Sunset Magazine's Food Processor Cook Book, now out of print. These days I generally reduce the salt and the soy sauce a bit, but have included amounts as per the original recipe. What I like in particular about this recipe is that, except for the fresh chicken, I generally have all of these ingredients in the pantry. I serve this over rice or rice noodles.
Provided by duonyte
Categories Curries
Time 1h30m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Slice three of the onions and set aside.
- Cut the remaining two onions into chunks, and process with the chile peppers, ginger and garlic, until pureed.
- Mix together the salt and turmeric and rub the chicken with the mixture.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken and cook until it is browned, turning over once, about 10 minutes. Remove the chicken.
- Add the sliced onions and the pureed onion mixture to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sliced onion is very limp.
- Process the tomatoes with their liquid until smooth; add to the skillet along with the water, soy sauce and zest.
- Return the chicken except for the breasts to the pan, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Add the breast pieces and continue to simmer, covered, for about 20 more minutes, or until the meat is no longer pink.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet to a serving dish and cover to keep warm.
- Boil the sauce, uncovered, stirring constantly, until it is reduced to about 3 cups. Skim off and discard the fat. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
BURMESE CHICKEN CURRY (GAENG GAI BAMA)
This is actually a northern Thai dish with a definite Burmese influence. I first ate it in a Burmese restaurant in Melbourne, Australia. I asked for the recipe and of course I didn't get it. I later experimented with some Thai recipes and came up with this final result. We really love this with steamed jasmine rice. It's quite a hot and spicy dish, so if you want it a bit mild, check the curry paste you use first. You can replace coconut milk with evaporated milk, but traditionally, coconut milk is a must.
Provided by Michelle Chen
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over low heat, and stir fry the shallots until browned and tender. Drain, reserving the oil, and set aside.
- Place the chicken in the skillet with the reserved oil, and stir in the curry paste and curry powder to evenly coat. Pour in enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover skillet, and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
- Stir the coconut milk, tomato puree, fish sauce, palm sugar, and 1/2 the tomato wedges into the skillet. Cook and stir over low heat until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Mix in the remaining tomatoes, and continue cooking until tender. Top with cilantro and the fried shallots to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 79.4 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 806.1 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
Tips:
- To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in the yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you don't have time to marinate the chicken, you can skip this step. However, the chicken will be less flavorful.
- Be sure to use a heavy-bottomed pot when cooking the curry. This will help to prevent the curry from burning.
- Cook the curry over medium-low heat. This will help to prevent the curry from boiling and splattering.
- Stir the curry frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Add the potatoes to the curry about 15 minutes before the chicken is finished cooking. This will give the potatoes time to soften.
- Serve the curry with rice or naan bread.
Conclusion:
This Burmese chicken curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the curry is rich and creamy. The potatoes add a nice bit of heartiness to the dish, and the cilantro and lime add a refreshing touch. This curry is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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