Curried Chicken or Tofu

Name: Curried Chicken or Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 lime; 3 tbsp olive oil; 3 small onions; 2 garlic cloves; 2 piece fresh gingerroot; 1 tbsp curry powder; 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounce)

A South Asian dish of chicken, lime and tomatoes, seasoned with curry powder and simmered on the stove.

45 min · Serves 4 · Easy

Ingredients

680 gboneless skinless chicken breasts, zabiha; or 1 12 lbs firm tofu, cubed
1 lime, juice of
3 tbspolive oil
3 small onions, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 piecefresh gingerroot, quarter-sized, peeled and minced
1–2 tbspcurry powder, to taste
1 candiced tomatoes (14 ounce), undrained

Method

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Time: Prep 10 min · Cook 35 min · 45 min total
Difficulty: easy

1
Sprinkle the chicken or tofu with the lime juice and set aside. Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onions, garlic, and ginger.
2
Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Do not brown.
5 min
3
Add the curry powder, stir well, and continue to sauté the mixture for 3 more minutes, stirring frequently. Add the tomatoes and juice. Stir, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
15 min
4
Uncover the skillet and add the chicken or tofu. Stir well and cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked; if you’re using tofu, 3 to 5 minutes should be enough cooking time. Serve immediately.