Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless chicken or tofu for a vegetarian version
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Optional: chili flakes for extra heat
Instructions
- Start by cutting the chicken or tofu into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion, slice the bell peppers, and mince the garlic and ginger. Set everything aside for easy cooking.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken or tofu to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, or the tofu is golden brown on all sides. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Stir in the red curry paste, turmeric, and cumin seeds to coat the protein. Cook for 2 minutes to develop the flavors. Add the sliced bell peppers and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine everything evenly.
- Pour in the coconut milk, stirring thoroughly to create a rich, creamy sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken the curry.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier curry, add extra chili flakes or curry paste according to your heat preference.
- You can substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian/vegan option.
- To ensure a creamier sauce, simmer the curry uncovered for the last few minutes to reduce and thicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg