Low Fat Authentic Panang Curry
Delight in the vibrant flavors of a classic Thai dish with this Low Fat Authentic Panang Curry, a lighter twist on the traditional recipe! Made with light coconut milk and lean chicken breast, this recipe achieves rich, creamy goodness without the extra calories. Fragrant Panang curry paste is stir-fried to release its bold, aromatic essence, then simmered with kaffir lime leaves, fresh vegetables like red bell pepper and snow peas, and a perfect balance of fish sauce and brown sugar for a sweet-savory harmony. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this wholesome curry is best served over steamed jasmine rice and topped with fragrant basil leaves. Perfect for those seeking a healthier way to enjoy authentic Thai cuisine, this recipe doesn’t compromise on flavor while keeping it guilt-free!
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Ingredients
- 1 can (400 ml) Light coconut milk
- 500 g Chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Panang curry paste
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 4 Kaffir lime leaves, thinly sliced
- 1 Red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 Carrot, thinly sliced
- 100 g Snow peas
- 10 Basil leaves
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preparation: Gather and prepare all ingredients by slicing the chicken breast, julienning the bell pepper, and thinly slicing the carrot.
Step 2
Heat a non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Step 3
Add the Panang curry paste and stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the light coconut milk and stir well to combine with the curry paste. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is just cooked through.
Step 6
Stir in the fish sauce and brown sugar, adjusting to taste for the right balance of salty and sweet.
Step 7
Add the kaffir lime leaves, red bell pepper, carrot, and snow peas to the pan. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 8
Turn off the heat and stir in the basil leaves until wilted.
Step 9
Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (891g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1051.7 |
| Total Fat 20.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 425mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3760.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.8g | |
| Protein 163.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25IU | 0% |
| Calcium 227.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2333.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories