Caramelized Onion and Coconut Milk Curry Rice
Flavor Explosion! Southeast Asian-Style Curry Rice with Caramelized Onions and Coconut Milk: Recommended for a Special Lunch
Experience the fantastic harmony of rich coconut flavor and sweet, caramelized onions! This recipe introduces a creamy, flavorful Southeast Asian-style curry rice made with plenty of coconut milk. Get ready to polish off a bowl of rice with this addictive taste. Make it now!
Curry Ingredients- Shrimp 200g
- Boiled Chicken Breast 150g
- Onion 260g (about 1 medium)
- Whole Garlic 100g
- Coconut Milk 200ml
- Solid Curry Roux 110g (or curry powder)
- Chicken Broth 500ml
- Milk 200ml
- Butter 3 Tbsp (total)
- Crispy Onion Chips (for garnish)
- Garlic Naan or Rice
Seasonings & Aromatics- Oyster Sauce 0.7 Tbsp
- Cooking Wine (Mirin) 2 Tbsp
- Fresh Ginger 5g (minced or julienned)
- Oyster Sauce 0.7 Tbsp
- Cooking Wine (Mirin) 2 Tbsp
- Fresh Ginger 5g (minced or julienned)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Here are all the ingredients ready for making today’s coconut milk curry rice. I’ve pre-boiled the chicken breast and will be using the broth from boiling it. For detailed instructions on how to boil chicken breast, please refer to my recipe link @6983112!
Step 2
The shrimp I’m using are frozen Argentine red shrimp. They are already de-headed and de-veined, which makes cooking very convenient. You can also use fresh shrimp.
Step 3
Rinse the cleaned shrimp under cold running water. Then, add 2 Tbsp of cooking wine, a pinch of herb salt or black pepper, and let it marinate for 10 minutes to remove any fishy smell and season.
Step 4
Shake the coconut milk well before using. You can easily find it at most supermarkets. Its rich coconut aroma will deepen the curry’s flavor significantly.
Step 5
We’ll use whole garlic cloves, and thinly slice the onion and ginger. Slicing the onion thinly and sautéing it will add sweetness, greatly enhancing the curry’s overall flavor.
Step 6
Melt 1 Tbsp of butter in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Once melted, add the whole garlic cloves and gently fry until they turn a light golden brown. Transfer the fried garlic to a separate bowl. Adding this fried garlic at the end enhances its aroma.
Step 7
Cut the pre-boiled chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. If cut too small, they might lose some texture, so aim for a moderate size.
Step 8
Now, let’s make the curry sauce. In a pot heated over medium heat, melt 1 Tbsp of butter. Add the sliced onions and sauté for about 10 minutes until the onions become translucent and softened. Once the onions are well-cooked, pour in the chicken broth (500ml) and coconut milk (200ml).
Step 9
Add the cooked chicken breast, the pre-fried whole garlic, and the julienned ginger to the pot. Adding ginger can provide a more distinct Southeast Asian flair.
Step 10
Add the seasoning ingredients: 0.7 Tbsp of oyster sauce and 2 Tbsp of cooking wine, then stir well. Next, add the solid curry roux. I’m using solid roux, but you can use curry powder too. If using curry powder, it’s best to dissolve it in about 150ml of hot water first to ensure a smooth consistency without lumps.
Step 11
Reduce the heat to low and gently stir with a spatula to prevent the curry from sticking to the bottom of the pot. Continue stirring until the curry is completely dissolved and smooth. Be patient and stir slowly.
Step 12
Add milk to adjust the curry’s consistency. I found that 200ml of milk gave me a creamy and ideal thickness. Feel free to adjust the amount of milk to achieve your preferred consistency.
Step 13
Once the curry sauce starts to gently simmer, turn off the heat. Boiling it for too long can make it too thick.
Step 14
It’s time to cook the shrimp. Melt 1 Tbsp of butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook until they are lightly golden brown on both sides. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp.
Step 15
Serve the warm rice or garlic naan in a bowl, and generously ladle the prepared curry over it. Arrange the pan-fried shrimp attractively on top. Finish with a sprinkle of crispy onion chips. The added fried whole garlic makes it incredibly delicious, so be sure to enjoy it alongside! This will truly be an unforgettable and delicious meal!
