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Malaysian Butter Chicken

Delicious Malaysian Butter Chicken: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Experience the delectable flavors of Malaysian Butter Chicken, a creamy and comforting dish that showcases rich spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Malaysian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch For crisp exterior
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Butter Quality matters for richness
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Can substitute with regular milk and cream
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 8 leaves Curry Leaves Essential for flavor
  • 3 pieces Bird’s Eye Chilies Adjust quantity for spice preference
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil For nutty flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Large Frying Pan
  • paper towels
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and coat with cornstarch.
  2. Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and fry chicken until golden brown.
  3. In the same pan, add butter, minced garlic, curry leaves, and chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
  4. Stir in evaporated milk, simmering until thickened.
  5. Return fried chicken to the pan, combining with sauce until heated through.
  6. Serve hot with jasmine rice or garlic fried rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, keep chicken warm while sauce is being prepared. Fresh curry leaves significantly enhance flavor.

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