Amok Recipe Chicken

Amok is a traditional Cambodian dish that features a flavorful and aromatic curry made with coconut milk and a variety of spices. This Amok Recipe Chicken is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. The creamy curry is steamed in banana leaves, infusing the chicken with rich flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1 egg
• 1 kaffir lime leaf, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
• Banana leaves for wrapping (can substitute with parchment paper)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions: How to Cook Amok Chicken

1. In a bowl, mix together the coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, palm sugar, and egg until well combined.
2. Add the chicken pieces, kaffir lime leaf, red bell pepper, and green beans to the curry mixture. Season with salt and pepper, and mix well to coat the chicken and vegetables.
3. Cut the banana leaves into large squares and briefly pass them over an open flame to soften them.
4. Place a spoonful of the chicken curry mixture onto each banana leaf square and fold to form a packet, securing with toothpicks.
5. Steam the banana leaf packets over boiling water for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Serve the Amok Chicken hot with steamed rice and enjoy the delicious flavors of this traditional Cambodian dish!