Yield:
- 4 Portions
INGREDIENTS:
- Almonds, sliced 1/2 cup
- Water, hot 1/2 cup
- Onion, minced 2 Tbsp.
- Garlic, minced 1/2 tsp.
- Ginger, minced 1/2 tsp.
- Chicken broth 1/4 cup
- Curry powder 1 Tbsp.
- Chicken thighs, boneless, skinless (Cut into 1-inch pieces) 1-1/2 lb.
- Yukon gold potatoes, small cubes 1/2 lb.
- Coconut milk 1/2 cup
- Salt 1/2 tsp.
- Cilantro, chopped 2 Tbsp.
- Almonds, toasted, for garnish 2 Tbsp.
PROCEDURE:
- Soak the sliced almonds in the hot water for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend the almonds with the water in a food processor or blender until it forms a smooth puree, similar to a cream consistency (about 3-5 minutes).
- Place the onions, garlic, ginger, chicken broth, and curry into a 2 qt. microwave container and microwave at P10 uncovered for 2 minutes until aromatic.
- Stir in the almond paste and mix in the chicken. Microwave covered at P10 for 4 minutes, stirring once.
- Add the potatoes, coconut milk, and salt and microwave at P7 covered for an additional 5 minutes, until the chicken and the potatoes are cooked.
- Top with chopped cilantro and toasted almonds.