Coconut Chicken Curry with Cashews Recipe

Name: Coconut Chicken Curry with Cashews
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut in 3-inch chunks; Salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon grated ginger; 2 teaspoons grated garlic; 1/4 teaspoon cloves; 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1/4 teaspoon cardamom seeds; 1/4 teaspoon allspice berries; 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or more to taste; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 3/4 cup raw cashews; 1/4 cup shredded dried unsweetened coconut; 1 pound small parsnips, peeled and cut in 2-inch batons, optional; 2 tablespoons ghee, coconut oil or vegetable oil; 1 1/2 cups finely diced onion; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 2-inch piece cinnamon stick; 3 cups chicken broth or water; 1 cup thick coconut milk; A few sprigs mint and cilantro for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut in 3-inch chunks
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons grated garlic
1/4 teaspoon cloves
1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/4 teaspoon cardamom seeds
1/4 teaspoon allspice berries
1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or more to taste
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup raw cashews
1/4 cup shredded dried unsweetened coconut
1 pound small parsnips, peeled and cut in 2-inch batons, optional
2 tablespoons ghee, coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups finely diced onion
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 2-inch piece cinnamon stick
3 cups chicken broth or water
1 cup thick coconut milk
A few sprigs mint and cilantro for garnish, optional

1
Season chicken generously with salt and pepper and put it in a mixing bowl.
2
Add ginger and garlic and massage into meat.
3
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast cloves, fennel, cardamom, allspice, cumin and coriander until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
4
Grind the toasted spices to a fine powder in an electric spice mill and add to chicken.
5
Add turmeric, cayenne and lemon juice and mix well.
6
Let marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate up to 1 hour.
7
Heat oven to 375 degrees.
8
Put cashews on a baking sheet and roast until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
9
Remove and set aside to cool.
10
Spread the shredded coconut on the baking sheet and toast until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, then let cool.
11
Grind the coconut with 1/4 cup cashews in a spice mill or small food processor to make a rough powder.
12
Reserve 1/2 cup roasted cashews for garnish.
13
Bring a small saucepan of lightly salted water to a simmer, then add parsnips and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
14
Drain and cool.
15
In a wide heavy-bottomed pot, heat ghee over medium-high heat.
16
Add cooked parsnips, if using, and saute until lightly browned.
17
Remove and reserve.
18
Add chicken pieces to the pot, stirring occasionally until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, then remove and set aside.
19
Add onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes more.
20
Add tomato paste and let it sizzle with onions for a minute or two.
21
Add broth and bring to a brisk simmer, stirring with a wooden spoon and scraping up any caramelized bits from the pot.
22
Add cinnamon stick, chicken and the ground coconut and cashew mixture.
23
Adjust heat to a gentle simmer, cover and cook for about 30 minutes, until chicken is tender.
24
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
25
To finish the dish, stir in coconut milk and add reserved parsnips.
26
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until parsnips are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
27
Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with reserved cashews.
28
Garnish with mint and cilantro sprigs, if using.

913

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

114

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut in 3-inch chunks, Salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 teaspoons grated garlic, and more.

Yes, Coconut Chicken Curry with Cashews falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coconut Chicken Curry with Cashews

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