Malaysian Curry

Ingredients

2 lb boneless chicken

For Marinade

2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper 

1 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp oil

For Dish

1 tbsp oil

1 sprig curry leaves

2 star anise

1 tsp turmeric powder 

1 tsp sliced ginger

1 cup finely chopped shallots 

1 cup thick coconut milk

1/2 cup chopped carrots

1/2 cup chopped beans

1/2 cup peas

Method

Cut chicken into long thin slivers

Mix all the ingredients for marination in a bowl

Toss chicken well and keep aside for 30 mins

Heat 1/2 tbsp oil in a stewpot

Add the chicken and sauté till browned 

Take out in a dish and keep aside 

In same stewpot add the remaining oil 

Add turmeric powder, curry leaves and star anise

Let splutter, a wonderful aroma will arise

Add in the sliced ginger and shallots.

Sauté well till soft

Add in the vegetables 

Sauté for 2 minutes

Pour in the thick coconut milk

Add 1/2 cup water and fried chicken

Set heat on medium and let simmer for 10 mins