Foryoueats: Kaeng Kari Kai (Thai Chicken Yellow Curry) Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 English cucumber
• 2 large shallots or 1/2 medium red onion, peeled and sliced thinly lengthwise
• 1 green or red jalapeno pepper, sliced thinly crosswise
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar (no substitute)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup kari (karee) curry paste (see note)
• 1 1/2 cups full-fat coconut milk
• 1 pound low-starch, waxy potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut into 2-inch cubes
• 1 pound medium yellow or white onions, peeled and cut lengthwise into 6 wedges
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce, or to taste
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 2-inch cubes