Filipino chicken curry
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Read for freeFilipino chicken curry is a type of stew that’s usually served with rice or pan-fried potatoes. It’s a dish that is known for its rich curry sauce and the use of fish sauce (patis).
Although it’s similar to other traditional chicken curry recipes, the Filipino version is special because of the fish sauce, the smooth and creamy sauce, and the tasty bone-in chicken parts.
This recipe differs from the norm in both the items it calls for and those it omits. Filipino chicken curry recipes often use ingredients like fish sauce, bell pepper, celery, and coconut milk or evaporated milk.
This recipe doesn’t include tomato, lemon juice, or yogurt, which are all components of traditional chicken curry.
The dish is also usually cooked with carrots, bell peppers, potatoes, and green peas.
Filipino chicken curry is a popular dish that can be found in many Filipino restaurants. It’s also a popular homemade comfort meal because of its robust flavor and simple ingredients.
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Origin
When you think curry, you’re probably thinking of an old traditional Indian recipe or Japanese katsu curry.
But the Pinoy chicken curry recipe is something different. This dish has Spanish and Indian influences.
The Spaniards introduced curry to the Philippines when they colonized the country in the 1500s.
The Indians, on the other hand, brought with the spice turmeric. This is what gives curry its distinct yellow color.
The Philippines was also under the rule of the Americans and Japanese, and both of these cultures have had an impact on the chicken curry recipe as well.
The Americans introduced new ingredients, such as potatoes and carrots, while the Japanese added their own twist with the use of curry powder.
But another possibility is that the Sepoys brought the dish over. They were native Indian soldiers that arrived in the Philippines for a military campaign sometime in the late 1700s.
It’s possible that all these different cultures had an influence on Filipino-style chicken curry.
Now, the chicken curry recipe has become a staple in Filipino cuisine and is enjoyed by many people all over the world!
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Joost Nusselder, the founder of Bite My Bun is a content marketer, dad and loves trying out new food with Japanese food at the heart of his passion, and together with his team he's been creating in-depth blog articles since 2016 to help loyal readers with recipes and cooking tips.
