Ingredients

  • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
  • 3 -6 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
  • 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon chili paste (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite size cubes
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen okra, thawed
  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into bite size strips
  • 1 1/3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups coconut milk

Method

  • In a food processor combine onions, ginger, garlic, curry powder,chili paste and 1/3 cup chicken broth, blend until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven (approximately 5-quart pot) saute onion mixture, stirring frequently until just starting to change color.
  • Add sweet potatoes, okra and 1 Cup of chicken broth with 2 cups coconut milk. Bring to just where you start to see bubbles, reduce to a medium/low heat. Simmer until potatoes are tender,9 to 12 minutes. Stir in chicken strips, cook until just opaque throughout, 5 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.