Thai Green Chicken Curry
1/2 C. cilantro, including roots if there are any
3 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded
3 scallions, cut into large chunks
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 T. olive oil
1 1/2 tsp. grated lime zest
2 T. fresh lime juice
2 tsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. anchovy paste
1 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. salt
3 large carrots, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 pound small red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 1/2 C. milk
3/4 tsp. coconut extract
1 1/2 C. frozen peas
In a blender or mini food processor, combine cilantro, jalapenos, scallions, garlic, oil, lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, anchovy paste, ginger, cumin, coriander, and salt. Puree to a paste. In large nonstick skillet, cook paste 5 minutes over low heat. Add carrots, potatoes, and 3/4 C. water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook 5 minutes. Add chicken and cook 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Stir in milk and coconut extract and simmer 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. (The mixutre will appear slightly curdled; this is not a problem.) Stir in peas and cook 3 minutes or until heated through.
Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 367
Fat: 11g
Fiber: 5g