A warmly spiced Malaysian coconut curry braises juicy chicken thighs and seasonal Napa cabbage while a small pot of jasmine rice cooks alongside.
- Total time: 50 min
- Servings: 2 servings
- Estimated total cost: $7
- Calories per serving: 710 cal
- Stovetop
Drink pairing: An off-dry Riesling balances the curry’s gentle heat and rich coconut sauce.
Details
Ingredients
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Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs12 ounces $5.99
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Organic Napa Cabbage12 ounces $1.99
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Jasmine White Rice1/2 cup $4.31
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Diamond Crystal kosher salt2 teaspoons
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yellow onion1/2 medium
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garlic3 cloves
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fresh ginger1 tablespoon grated
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fresh lime juice1 tablespoon
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full-fat coconut milk3/4 cup
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low-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup
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low-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon
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brown sugar1 teaspoon
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water3/4 cup
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neutral cooking oil1 tablespoon
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Malaysian-style curry powder2 tablespoons
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red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
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Cut 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs into 2-inch pieces and toss with 1 1/2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt. Let stand for 15 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.
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Prepare the vegetables and aromatics:
- 12 ounces Organic Napa Cabbage, cut crosswise into 1-inch ribbons
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Keep the cabbage separate. Combine the onion, garlic, and ginger as the aromatic mixture; reserve the lime juice for finishing.
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Whisk together the braising sauce:
- 3/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
Set the sauce aside.
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Rinse 1/2 cup jasmine white rice. Combine it in a small saucepan with 3/4 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
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Heat 2 teaspoons neutral cooking oil in a wide skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the salted chicken in one layer and brown for about 3 minutes per side; transfer it to a plate—it will finish cooking in the sauce.
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Reduce the heat to medium and add 1 teaspoon neutral cooking oil. Cook the aromatic mixture for 3 minutes, stirring often. Add 2 tablespoons Malaysian-style curry powder and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
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Pour in the braising sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer. Fold in the prepared Napa cabbage, then return the chicken and its juices to the pan. Partially cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring once, until the cabbage is tender and the chicken reaches 175°F. Remove from the heat and rest for 3 minutes.
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Stir the reserved lime juice into the curry. Fluff the rice, divide it between two shallow bowls, and spoon the chicken, cabbage, and coconut curry sauce over the top.
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