Fried Chicken Sauce

This vibrant Thai-style sauce combines tender chicken and soft eggplant in a rich, aromatic coconut milk base. Infused with fragrant Thai red curry paste, fish sauce, and kaffir lime leaves, it delivers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors. The dish is hearty yet light enough for a weeknight dinner, offering a comforting and satisfying meal for the whole family. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings authentic home-style flavor to your table without complex techniques.

Cooking Method: Frying, Stewing

Cuisine: Thai

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 902.5

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This vibrant Thai-style sauce combines tender chicken and soft eggplant in a rich, aromatic coconut milk base. Infused with fragrant Thai red curry paste, fish sauce, and kaffir lime leaves, it delivers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors. The dish is hearty yet light enough for a weeknight dinner, offering a comforting and satisfying meal for the whole family. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings authentic home-style flavor to your table without complex techniques.

Ingredients

4 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1/2-1 tablespoons fish sauce
400 ml coconut milk
35 g groundnut oil
100 g green beans

Directions

1
Heat the groundnut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
2
Add the sliced shallots and garlic, frying for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
3
Add the Thai red curry paste and fry for another minute, stirring constantly to release the aromatics.
4
Pour in the coconut milk and add the kaffir lime leaves, stirring to combine.
5
Add the aubergine chunks to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes until tender.
6
Add the chicken pieces and cook for another 10 minutes, ensuring the chicken is cooked through.
7
Add the green beans and cook for a final 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
8
Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning with fish sauce if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 902.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.6g64%
Saturated Fat 7.5g38%
Cholesterol 66.8mg23%
Sodium 404.0mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 99.0g33%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g76%
Sugars 13.8g
Protein 39.9g80%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best flavor, use high-quality Thai red curry paste and authentic kaffir lime leaves.

If fresh kaffir lime leaves are unavailable, you can substitute with a pinch of lime zest or a dash of lime juice added at the end.

For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and fish sauce, substituting fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari for saltiness.

Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Keywords: thai curry, chicken sauce, coconut milk, red curry paste, eggplant, aubergine, fish sauce, kaffir lime, garlic, shallots, spicy, savory, weeknight dinner, asian fusion, gluten free, comfort food, simmered, aromatic, vegetables, protein

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