Spicy Kari (Indonesian Chicken Curry)

Dive into the rich, aromatic world of Indonesian cuisine with Spicy Kari, a tantalizing chicken curry that’s bursting with bold flavors. This traditional dish features tender chicken drumsticks simmered in creamy coconut milk, infused with the captivating blend of fresh lemongrass, ginger, kaffir lime leaves, and warm spices like turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. The homemade spice paste, sautéed to fragrant perfection, is the heart of this recipe, creating layers of complexity with every bite. Perfectly balanced with a touch of heat from red chili powder and a hint of sweetness, this curry is best enjoyed with a side of steamed white rice to soak up its luxurious, spiced coconut sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this authentic Indonesian curry brings effortless exotic flair to your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 300 ml water
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 5 pieces shallots
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 inch piece ginger
• 1 stalk lemongrass
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3 pieces kaffir lime leaves
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 piece star anise
• 1 piece cinnamon stick

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the spices by peeling and slicing the shallots and garlic. Peel and roughly chop the ginger.

Step 2

Remove the outer layer of the lemongrass and chop it finely.

Step 3

In a blender, combine shallots, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and blend into a smooth paste using a little water if needed.

Step 4

Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the blended spice paste and sauté for about 5 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chicken drumsticks to the pot and stir well to coat them with the spice mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the coconut milk and water, stirring well to combine.

Step 8

Add the kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, star anise, cinnamon stick, salt, and sugar. Stir well.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

Step 10

Let the curry simmer gently for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with more salt or sugar if needed.

Step 12

Serve hot with steamed white rice and enjoy your delicious Kari.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1815.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2054.4

Total Fat 105.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 3032.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 44.7g
Protein 186.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 367.1mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 3560.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 19.2%