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A vibrant dish of spicy Brazilian coconut chicken, garnished with fresh herbs.

Best Way to Grow Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken

This recipe teaches you how to cultivate Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken in just 5 simple steps. It combines vibrant flavors for a unique culinary experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet or pot
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince ginger and garlic.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat.

Cooking

  • Add chicken and cook until browned; then, stir in red curry paste, ginger, and garlic for 1 minute.
  • Pour in coconut milk, lime juice, and fish sauce; bring to a simmer, and cook for 15-20 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving the dish.

Notes

For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the curry paste. Serve with steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.