Vietnamese Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe: A Creamy and Aromatic Delight

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
• 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised and tied
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
• Salt
• pepper
• Steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles
• Fresh cilantro and Thai basil leaves
• Lime wedges
• Sliced fresh chilies (optional)
• Crusty bread or baguette for dipping