Apricot Curry
Sweet meets spicy: this apricot curry pairs the fruity sweetness of ripe apricots with the warmth of a mild coconut curry. Crunchy carrots, leek and salted peanuts add bite and depth. It works beautifully with chicken breast, but simply leave out the meat and it's just as delicious as a vegan dish. Red lentils or quinoa turn it into a satisfying full meal.
Prep15 min
Cook/bake15 min
Total30 min
Servings2.5
Ingredients
Servings
- 350 g chicken breast fillet, optional
- 1 leek
- 200 g carrots
- 3 cm fresh ginger
- 2-3 tbsp curry powder, mild
- 250 ml coconut milk
- 150 ml water
- 400 g apricots
- 30 g peanuts, salted
- salt
- pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp xylitol sweetener, optional, to balance the heat; or use regular sugar or a little honey
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken breast under hot water, pat dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Heat the sesame oil in a pan and sear the chicken over high heat until almost cooked through. Season with salt, pepper and 1 tbsp curry powder. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. (Skip this step if you're making the vegan version.)
- Peel the carrots and slice them. Halve the leek, wash and cut into small pieces. Peel the ginger and finely dice it.
- Sweat the carrots, leek and ginger in the pan with a little olive oil. Pour in the coconut milk and water. Season with salt, pepper and the remaining curry powder.
- Add the seared chicken (if using) and the salted peanuts to the pan. Let the curry simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, halve the apricots, remove the stones and cut into thin slices. Stir them into the curry and taste. If it's too spicy, stir in a little sweetener to balance it out.
- Serve with red or yellow lentils or quinoa, which pair wonderfully with this apricot curry.
Nutrition facts per serving (estimate)
| Calories | 420 kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fibre | 4 g |
| of which sugar | 14 g |
Frequently asked questions
Can I make this apricot curry vegan?
Yes, simply leave out the chicken breast. All the other ingredients are plant-based.
What should I serve with apricot curry?
Red or yellow lentils and quinoa both work especially well.
Can I use frozen apricots?
Fresh apricots give the best flavour, but frozen ones work too. Just drain them well before using.
What is xylitol sweetener and can I swap it?
It's a sugar substitute made from xylitol. You can use regular sugar or a little honey instead to adjust the taste.
