Chicken curry with lime leaf, lemongrass & mango

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
37%
Chicken curry with lime leaf, lemongrass & mango
65 min.
4
768kcal

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Indulge your senses with our tantalizing Chicken Curry featuring the vibrant flavors of lime leaves, lemongrass, and mango. This dish isn't just a feast for the taste buds; it’s a culinary adventure that will transport you to tropical shores with every bite. With a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, this recipe is designed to awaken your palate while remaining gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for everyone.

The foundation of this curry lies in the aromatic paste made from fresh lime leaves, zesty ginger, and fiery red chilli, complemented by the herbal quality of coriander. When blended together, these ingredients create an explosion of flavor that enhances the tender, juicy chicken thighs simmered in rich coconut milk. As the curry cooks, the inviting scent fills your kitchen, beckoning everyone to gather around the table.

Adding fine green beans and ripe mango at the final stage introduces a delightful crunch and a burst of sweetness, rounding out the dish beautifully. Serve it piping hot over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Whether you're cooking for family or entertaining friends, this Chicken Curry with Lime Leaf, Lemongrass, and Mango is sure to impress and become a beloved staple in your home. Get ready to savor the bold flavors and enjoy the wholesome goodness of this delectable dish!

Ingredients

  •  lime leaves finely chopped (2 and the centre vein discarded)
  •  thumb-sized chilli red hot deseeded ( if you don't like it too )
  •  lemongrass stalks finely chopped
  • piece cm ginger peeled
  • small pack coriander for the paste, reserve the leaves to serve
  • tbsp brown sugar soft
  • tbsp tamarind purée 
  • tsp vegetable oil 
  • 400 ml coconut milk canned
  •  chicken thighs boneless skinless halved
  •  lime zest 
  • 100 green bean fine
  • small mangoes peeled cut into 3cm pieces
  • servings jasmine rice cooked

Equipment

  • food processor
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Blend the chopped lime leaves with the rest of the curry paste ingredients in a food processor.
  2. Heat the oil in a large saucepan, add the curry paste and cook on a medium heat for 2-3 mins.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the chicken, lime zest and juice, then season and cover. Gently simmer for 30 mins until the chicken is tender.
  5. Remove the lid and cook for a further 10 mins.
  6. Add the green beans, mangoes and whole lime leaves and cook for 5 mins.
  7. Add the coriander leaves just before serving with hot jasmine rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories768kcal
Protein25.46%
Fat41.72%
Carbs32.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
98.94
Glycemic Load
36.96
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
38.643043559531%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.1mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.78mg
Hesperetin
14.4mg
Naringenin
1.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
1.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:768kcal
38.4%
Fat:36.59g
56.3%
Saturated Fat:24.3g
151.87%
Carbohydrates:64.79g
21.6%
Net Carbohydrates:58.19g
21.16%
Sugar:29.74g
33.04%
Cholesterol:214.7mg
71.57%
Sodium:227.06mg
9.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:50.24g
100.48%
Manganese:1.88mg
94.15%
Selenium:64.54µg
92.2%
Vitamin C:70.28mg
85.19%
Vitamin B3:15.11mg
75.57%
Vitamin B6:1.36mg
68.09%
Phosphorus:614.07mg
61.41%
Potassium:1286.85mg
36.77%
Vitamin B5:3.6mg
35.95%
Magnesium:136.31mg
34.08%
Copper:0.66mg
32.84%
Zinc:4.91mg
32.73%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.61%
Vitamin A:1507.98IU
30.16%
Iron:5.36mg
29.75%
Vitamin K:29.53µg
28.12%
Fiber:6.6g
26.4%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.42%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.11%
Folate:93.4µg
23.35%
Vitamin E:1.99mg
13.25%
Calcium:96.41mg
9.64%