Red Rice with Coconut Curry Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 cups Agriko red rice
- 4 cups water
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 3 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced fresh red bell pepper
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp palm sugar or coconut sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
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Rinse Agriko red rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
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In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed red rice, stir gently, and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
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While rice cooks, heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add red curry paste and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add cubed chicken to the wok and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden on the edges.
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Pour in coconut milk, then add fish sauce and palm sugar. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Add sliced red bell pepper and cook for 8-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and peppers are tender-crisp.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional fish sauce or sugar as needed. Fold in fresh Thai basil leaves just before serving.
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Fluff the cooked red rice with a fork and divide among serving bowls. Top each portion generously with the coconut curry chicken and sauce.
For deeper flavor, toast the red rice in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before rinsing—this enhances its nutty character and pairs beautifully with the curry. Don't skip rinsing the rice, as this reduces starch and ensures individual grains.
Nutrition Highlights
- Red-rice bran contains phenolic compounds, including proanthocyanidin pigments Rice pigment study (2018)
- Excellent source of dietary fiber for digestive health
- Lean protein from chicken supports muscle recovery
- Medium-chain triglycerides from coconut milk provide sustained energy
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