1STEP 1 | Cut the chicken thigh into bite-sized pieces, add salt and white pepper, then mix well to marinate.
Red Curry Chicken with Sweet Potato
A fragrant fusion of rich coconut and red curry with sweet potato and tender chicken!
This Red Curry Chicken with Sweet Potato beautifully combines the aromatic heat of red curry with smooth, rich coconut milk. Tender chicken thighs are paired with naturally sweet, soft purple sweet potato chunks and crisp okra, creating a balanced and flavorful curry dish that is perfect with steamed rice.
Time27min
SuitableHome-cooking fans
MethodBraise
OccasionCold-wave day recommendation
SeasonCold weather
Big City Shop
Full Episode Video
Ingredients（Serves 2-3）
Quick Method
2STEP 2 | Cut the pre-boiled and peeled sweet potato (purple sweet potato) into bite-sized chunks.
3STEP 3 | Trim and cut the okra into pieces, and thinly slice the shallot for later use.
4STEP 4 | Heat oil in a wok and sauté the sliced shallots over low-medium heat until fragrant.
5STEP 5 | Add the red curry paste and stir-fry until aromatic and oil starts to separate.
6STEP 6 | Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until evenly coated with the curry paste and partially cooked.
7STEP 7 | Pour in the coconut milk and a splash of water, add sugar and a little salt, then bring the sauce to a simmer.
8STEP 8 | Add the sweet potato chunks and okra, cover or simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and ingredients absorb the curry sauce.
9STEP 9 | Once the curry sauce thickens nicely, turn off the heat and transfer to a serving dish.
Tips and Pitfalls
Pre-boil the Sweet Potato
Boil sweet potatoes until 80% done before peeling and cutting to shorten cooking time and prevent them from turning mushy.
Coconut Milk Balances Heat
Adding coconut milk softens the sharp spiciness of red curry while adding richness and smooth texture.
Sauté Shallots on Low Heat
Gently sauté shallots before adding curry paste to develop a deeper aromatic foundation.
Add Okra Later to Keep Crispness
Okra cooks quickly; simmer briefly with the sauce to retain its vibrant color and crisp texture.
Overview
This Red Curry Chicken with Sweet Potato beautifully combines the aromatic heat of red curry with smooth, rich coconut milk. Tender chicken thighs are paired with naturally sweet, soft purple sweet potato chunks and crisp okra, creating a balanced and flavorful curry dish that is perfect with steamed rice.
