{"id":35053,"date":"2026-08-21T20:16:44","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T12:16:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/?p=35053"},"modified":"2026-08-21T20:18:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T12:18:25","slug":"curry-leaf-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/curry-leaf-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"Curry Leaf Chicken Recipe (Ayam Masak Daun Kari) with Malaysian Sweet Soy Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:22% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-ss-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34377 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-ss-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-ss-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-ss-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-ss-735x1103.jpg 735w, https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-ss.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Malaysian Curry Leaf Chicken, or Ayam Masak Daun Kari, is a flavorful chicken dish where the chicken is first deep-fried until lightly golden, then simmered in a thick, aromatic sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The combination of sweet soy sauce, fresh curry leaves, chili paste, tomato, and fragrant aromatics creates a wonderful balance of sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavors. The curry leaves and lemongrass give the dish a distinct Malaysian aroma that makes it stand out from other soy sauce chicken dishes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes this recipe special is the contrast of flavors and textures. The crispy fried chicken absorbs the rich sauce while still maintaining a slightly firm texture, and the fried curry leaves added at the end bring an extra layer of fragrance and crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of those comforting Malaysian home-style dishes that goes perfectly with steamed rice and is a great introduction to the bold flavors of Malaysian cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ffe9c9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4b77a9d857157ee6eed68530bf46da29\">  Content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>   <strong>Note: <\/strong>Click any item to jump straight to that part of the post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#1\">Why This Recipe Works<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#2\">Ingredients Required<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#3\">How to Prepare Everything Before Cooking<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#4\">Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#5\">A Few Tips From My Kitchen&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#6\">Common Mistakes to Avoid&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#7\">Variations<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#8\">More Recipes to Try<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/private-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>privacy policy<\/em><\/a><em> for more info. I may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-421cb9201868ad262e9410e1d083bd49\" id=\"1\">Why This Recipe Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>NDeep flavor<\/strong>: Marinating and lightly frying the chicken creates a richer taste compared with simply simmering the chicken directly in the sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aromatic sauce<\/strong>: Fresh curry leaves, ginger, garlic, and chili paste create a fragrant base with layers of Malaysian flavors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect balance<\/strong>: Sweet soy sauce, tomato, and chili provide a combination of sweetness, acidity, and gentle heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better texture<\/strong>: Frying the chicken first helps the meat hold its shape while absorbing the thick sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Home-friendly technique<\/strong>: Although the dish uses traditional Malaysian cooking methods, it can be prepared easily in a home kitchen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ffe9c9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d17db8ec4d499cf1476bbc88846c46fd\" id=\"2\">Ingredients Breakdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chicken thighs<\/strong>: Bone-in chicken thighs provide more flavor and remain juicy during simmering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Turmeric powder<\/strong>: Adds color, earthy flavor, and a traditional Malaysian touch to the chicken marinade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Curry leaves<\/strong>: The key ingredient that gives this dish its distinctive fragrance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chili paste<\/strong>: Provides heat, color, and the foundation of the sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sweet soy sauce<\/strong>: Adds sweetness, savory depth, and the characteristic dark color of the dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tomato<\/strong>: Brings natural sweetness and acidity while adding body to the sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aromatics<\/strong>: Onion, garlic, and ginger create the fragrant base of the gravy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Palm sugar<\/strong>: Adds a gentle sweetness that balances the chili and savory flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-pin-description=\"Golden fried tofu topped with Cantonese style luffa and savory gravy\" src=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-3s.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-889e4a42fba114df8e071402cfbded14\" id=\"3\">How to Prepare Everything Before Cooking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by preparing the chicken. Cut 1 kg of bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs into large pieces, then marinate them with salt, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4pA7LNq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">turmeric powder<\/a>, and white pepper. I recommend marinating the chicken for at least one hour, although leaving it for about half a day will allow the seasoning to penetrate deeper into the meat. Because turmeric stains easily and can be difficult to remove from your hands, wearing gloves while mixing the marinade is highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepare the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4gX9dHw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">curry leaves<\/a> by removing them from the stems and dividing them into two portions. One portion will be fried until crispy and used as a garnish, while the other portion will be cooked together with the sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blend the onion, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste. You can use shallots instead of onions if you prefer. Shallots provide a slightly sweeter and more aromatic flavor, but the difference is quite small, and I use onions because they are more convenient and easily available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepare the remaining ingredients, including the chili paste, diced tomato, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4vQ3A1B\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sweet soy sauce<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44NBhpy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">oyster sauce,<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4x0RymW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">palm sugar,<\/a> sliced onion, and bird\u2019s eye chilies. The complete ingredient quantities are listed in the recipe card below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The full ingredient quantities of luffa stir fry are listed in the recipe card below.&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ffe9c9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e8ff9541bf3e73557a6c0797863b7bb5\" id=\"4\">Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Fry the curry leaves and chicken<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the curry leaves are dry before frying to prevent oil splattering. Heat the oil over medium-high heat and fry one portion of the curry leaves briefly, about 15 to 20 seconds, until they become bright green and crispy. Remove them immediately because curry leaves can burn quickly and turn black if cooked too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, heat the oil to about 180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F) and deep-fry the marinated chicken in batches until lightly golden brown. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked at this stage because it will finish cooking in the sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For home cooking, I prefer using a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bdUKDs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">small pot<\/a> and frying the chicken in batches. This allows me to use less oil while still achieving good browning. Since the chicken is not coated with flour or starch, the leftover oil remains relatively clean and can be reused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Cook the aromatic base and chili paste<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Blend the onion, garlic, and ginger into a paste. Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a wok or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fRI0F8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">large skillet<\/a>, then saut\u00e9 the paste until most of the moisture evaporates and the paste becomes fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add the remaining fresh curry leaves and continue cooking until their aroma is released.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, add the chili paste and cook over low heat until the mixture reaches <em>pecah minyak<\/em>, which means the oil separates from the paste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an important traditional technique in Malay cooking. At this stage, much of the water content has evaporated, allowing the natural oils and flavors from the aromatics and chili to fully develop. The paste will become darker, thicker, and much more fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Simmer the chicken with the sauce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Return the fried chicken to the wok and stir until every piece is coated with the chili paste mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add the tomato, oyster sauce, palm sugar, sweet soy sauce, and water. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer until the chicken is fully cooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cooking time is only an estimate because it depends on the size of the chicken pieces and the heat produced by your stove. The most reliable way to check is to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fynatg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thermometer<\/a>. Chicken is ready when the internal temperature reaches 75\u00b0C (167\u00b0F). Alternatively, check that the juices run clear and the meat is tender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the chicken is cooked but the sauce is still too thin, remove the chicken temporarily and continue reducing the sauce until it reaches your preferred consistency. Return the chicken to the pan and cook briefly before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Finish and serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Add the sliced onion and bird\u2019s eye chilies, then stir briefly. The onion should soften slightly while still maintaining some texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a better presentation, keep some fresh onion rings and red bird\u2019s eye chilies aside to use as a garnish instead of cooking all of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transfer the chicken to a serving plate and sprinkle the crispy fried curry leaves over the top before serving.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5\">A Few Tips From My Kitchen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Curry leaves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fresh curry leaves provide the best aroma, but frozen curry leaves can be used if fresh ones are unavailable. The flavor will not be quite as intense, but they are still a good alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sweet soy sauce<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Different brands of sweet soy sauce vary greatly in sweetness. Taste the sauce before serving and adjust if necessary. I use a Malaysian brand commonly found locally, but for international readers, ABC Kecap Manis is a widely available option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chicken choice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I prefer using bone-in chicken thighs because the bone adds extra flavor to the sauce during simmering. Skinless chicken can also be used, but the final dish may be slightly less rich. Chicken breast is another option, although it contains less fat and can become dry if overcooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tomato texture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The cooking time for the tomato depends on your preference. Add it earlier if you want it to completely break down into the sauce, or add it later if you prefer small pieces of tomato texture. Tomato puree can also be used if fresh tomatoes are unavailable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6\">Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Burning the curry leaves<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Curry leaves cook very quickly. Fry them briefly and remove them as soon as they become crisp and bright green.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Skipping the chili paste cooking stage<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the chili paste is not cooked until <em>pecah minyak<\/em>, the sauce may taste raw and lack depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Overcooking chicken breast<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chicken breast has less fat than thighs and can become dry easily. Remove it from the heat as soon as it is cooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reducing the sauce too aggressively<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the sauce becomes too thick before the chicken is fully cooked, it may burn. Adjust the heat and add a little water if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Using too much sweet soy sauce without tasting<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Brands vary in sweetness, so always taste and adjust before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-5.jpg\" alt=\"Chinese luffa stir fry with fried tofu, garlic, ginger, and thickened gravy\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.6670039461701912;width:183px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ffe9c9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f837ceeafcf4fce42dcd120a48c5bd83\" id=\"7\">Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use shallots instead of onion<\/strong>: Shallots provide a slightly sweeter and more traditional aromatic base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use fresh chili instead of prepared chili paste<\/strong>: Blend several red chilies with a little water to create your own chili paste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use different chicken cuts<\/strong>: Drumsticks or other bone-in chicken pieces can also work well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adjust the heat level<\/strong>: Increase or reduce the bird\u2019s eye chilies according to your preference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3433363e09a82419215fada840fb9a38\" id=\"8\">More Recipes to Try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/nasi-minyak\/\">Nasi Minyak (Malaysian Fragrant Rice)<\/a> <\/strong>&#8211; This fragrant Malaysian rice is one of my favorite dishes to serve with Curry Leaf Chicken. Cooked with ghee and aromatic spices, its rich buttery flavor pairs beautifully with the sweet and savory sauce from the chicken, making it a wonderful meal for family gatherings or special occasions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/malaysian-curry-chicken\/\">Malaysian Curry Chicken<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; If you enjoy the bold flavors of Malaysian cooking, my Malaysian Curry Chicken is another recipe worth trying. It features tender chicken simmered in a rich, aromatic curry that&#8217;s perfect for serving with steamed rice or warm bread, giving you another delicious way to enjoy classic Malaysian home cooking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mee-rebus-recipe\/\">Mee Rebus (Malay Noodles with Sweet Potato Gravy)<\/a> <\/strong>&#8211; For something completely different, try my Mee Rebus recipe. This popular Malaysian noodle dish is served with a rich, sweet potato-based gravy that&#8217;s packed with flavor. It&#8217;s a comforting meal that showcases another side of Malaysian cuisine and is perfect if you&#8217;d like to explore beyond rice dishes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ffe9c9\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-04261c8ac7e877c373bd86ee815889d6\">Quick Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Curry Leaf Chicken is a Malaysian comfort dish built around a few key techniques: marinating the chicken, frying it for extra flavor, and cooking the aromatic paste until it reaches a rich, fragrant state, known as <em>pecah minyak<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important tips are to use plenty of fresh curry leaves, take time to properly cook the chili paste, and avoid overcooking the chicken. Once these steps are done correctly, you will have a dish with deep Malaysian flavors, a fragrant sauce, and a wonderful balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\t<section id=\"mv-creation-600\" class=\"mv-create-card mv-create-card-600 mv-recipe-card mv-create-card-style-centered-dark mv-no-js mv-create-center-cards mv-create-has-uppercase mv-create-has-image \" style=\"position: relative;\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<header class=\"mv-create-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tasteasianfood.com\/mystaging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/curry-leaf-chicken-ss-720x720.jpg\" class=\"mv-create-image no_pin ggnoads\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Curry Leaf Chicken (Ayam Masak Daun Kari)\" width=\"720\" height=\"720\" 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peeled\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-ingredient-group\" data-ingredient-group=\"2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-ingredient-group-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Gravy<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" class=\"mv-create-ingredient-group-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"true\" style=\"display: none\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Toggle ingredient group<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"mv-create-ingredient-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"0\" data-ingredient-id=\"84680\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3RBug8j\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">6 sprigs fresh curry leaves, divided into two portions<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"1\" data-ingredient-id=\"84681\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5 tablespoons chili paste\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"2\" data-ingredient-id=\"84682\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1 medium tomato, diced\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"3\" data-ingredient-id=\"84683\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4flxWnH\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">1 tablespoon oyster sauce<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"4\" data-ingredient-id=\"84684\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4pEA65b\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">2 teaspoons palm sugar<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"5\" data-ingredient-id=\"84685\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4fBchH9\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">4 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kicap manis)<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"6\" data-ingredient-id=\"84686\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u00bc cup water\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"7\" data-ingredient-id=\"84687\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2 to 3 tablespoons cooking oil\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-ingredient-group\" data-ingredient-group=\"3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-ingredient-group-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>To Finish<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"button\" class=\"mv-create-ingredient-group-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"true\" style=\"display: none\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Toggle ingredient group<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"mv-create-ingredient-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"0\" data-ingredient-id=\"84688\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1 medium onion, sliced\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"1\" data-ingredient-id=\"84689\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBird\u2019s eye chilies, to taste\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li data-ingredient-index=\"2\" data-ingredient-id=\"84690\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFried curry leaves\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-hands-free\"><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"mv-create-instructions mv-create-instructions-slot-v2\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"mv-create-instructions-title mv-create-title-secondary\">Instructions<\/h2>\n\t\t<ol><li data-step-index=\"0\" id=\"mv_create_600_1\">Marinate chicken with salt, turmeric, and white pepper. Leave for at least 1 hour, or preferably several hours for deeper flavor.<\/li><li data-step-index=\"1\" id=\"mv_create_600_2\">Fry one portion of curry leaves until crispy. Deep-fry chicken pieces until lightly golden brown, then set aside.<\/li><li data-step-index=\"2\" id=\"mv_create_600_3\">Blend onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook the paste with curry leaves until fragrant, then add chili paste and cook until the oil separates (<i>pecah minyak<\/i>).<\/li><li data-step-index=\"3\" id=\"mv_create_600_4\">Add tomato, oyster sauce, palm sugar, sweet soy sauce, water, and fried chicken. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.<\/li><li data-step-index=\"4\" id=\"mv_create_600_5\">Add sliced onion and bird\u2019s eye chilies. 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1969mg<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Carbohydrates:<\/span> 19g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-fiber mv-create-nutrition-indent\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Fiber:<\/span> 2g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-sugar mv-create-nutrition-indent\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Sugar:<\/span> 11g<\/span><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-item mv-create-nutrition-protein\"><span class=\"mv-create-nutrition-label mv-create-uppercase\">Protein:<\/span> 80g<\/span>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<p class=\"mv-create-nutrition-disclaimer\"><em>This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix on 17\/8\/2026<\/em><\/p>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<footer class=\"mv-create-footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"mv-create-footer-flexbox\">\n\n\t\t\t<div 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