Exquisite South African Malay-style Chicken Curry with Coconut Rice and Roasted Vegetables – A Cinematic Dining Experience

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Ingredients

• 2 lbs bone
• in chicken pieces (legs and thighs)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp South African Malay curry powder
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk, divided
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish For the Coconut Rice:
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 1/2 cups water
• Salt to taste For the Roasted Vegetables:
• 2 cups assorted vegetables (e.g., carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant), chopped into bite
• sized pieces
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until softened and fragrant.
2. Stir in the South African Malay curry powder, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom, cooking for 1 2 minutes to toast the spices.
3. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides. Pour in 1 cup of coconut milk, stirring to deglaze the pan. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it cook gently for 45 minutes with the lid partially on.
4. While the curry is cooking, prepare the coconut rice. In a saucepan, combine the rice, remaining coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
5. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Toss the chopped vegetables in oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 20 25 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
6. When the curry has finished cooking, season it with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the curry over the coconut rice, garnished with cilantro leaves and roasted vegetables on the side.

Chef’s Insight

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