Evil Jungle Prince With Chicken (Or With Mixed Vegetables)
Description
This dish is a fragrant and spicy Thai-style stir-fry that balances the richness of coconut milk with the heat of fresh chilies. Tender strips of chicken breast (or mixed vegetables) are tossed in a savory sauce infused with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and basil. The result is a meal that is both comforting and exciting, with a perfect harmony of textures from crisp cabbage and soft proteins. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful appetizer for gatherings. The bold flavors come together quickly, making it an accessible yet impressive option for home cooks. Serve it over rice or enjoy it as a light main course with fresh herbs.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the chicken breast into 2-inch strips. If preparing the vegetable version, cut your chosen mixed vegetables into thin strips.
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Grind together the red chili peppers, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves in a food processor or pound them in a mortar until finely minced.
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Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the pepper mixture and sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in the coconut milk and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to heat through.
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Add the chicken strips (or vegetables) and cook for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low.
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Stir in the fish sauce, salt, and fresh basil leaves. Mix well to combine flavors.
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Serve immediately on a bed of thinly chopped cabbage.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 93.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.0g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 48.2mg17%
- Sodium 42.0mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 17.6g36%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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