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Aromatic Cambodian Lemongrass Chicken Curry

Name: Aromatic Cambodian Lemongrass Chicken Curry
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and sliced; 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled; 2 shallots, peeled and chopped; 1 tablespoon shrimp paste; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless; 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk; 1 cup chicken stock; 5 fresh kaffir lime leaves, torn into pieces; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 cup green beans, trimmed; 1 eggplant, cut into cubes; 1 handful fresh cilantro leaves; 1 tablespoon sliced red chili, for heat

This Cambodian curry showcases the perfect blend of lemongrass, coconut milk, and fresh herbs, creating an aromatic and delicious experience.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 10, 2025

Aromatic Cambodian Lemongrass Chicken Curry — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Lemongrass Paste

For the Chicken Curry

For the Vegetables

Optional Toppings

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 517 kcal
Protein: 36.83 g
Carbs: 17.13 g
Fat: 36.03 g
Fiber: 2.63 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2067 kcal
Protein: 147.3 g
Carbs: 68.5 g
Fat: 144.1 g
Fiber: 10.5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 stalks lemongrass trimmed and sliced	5	0.1	1.4	0	0.4
4 cloves garlic peeled	18	0.7	3.9	0	0.2
2-inch piece of ginger peeled	18	0.5	4	0	0.5
2 shallots peeled and chopped	30	1	7	0	1
1 tablespoon shrimp paste	24	4	0	0.5	0
1 teaspoon ground turmeric	8	0.3	1.4	0.2	0.5
1.5 lbs chicken thighs boneless and skinless	1020	129	0	58	0
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk	552	5	13	57	0
1 cup chicken stock	12	1	0	0.5	0
5 fresh kaffir lime leaves torn into pieces	1	0.1	0.1	0	0
2 tablespoons fish sauce	13	2	0	0	0
1 tablespoon brown sugar	52	0	13	0	0
2 tablespoons vegetable oil	240	0	0	28	0
1 red bell pepper sliced	31	1	7	0.4	2
1 cup green beans trimmed	31	2	7	0.2	2.7
1 eggplant cut into cubes	35	1	9	0.2	2.5
1 handful fresh cilantro leaves	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
1 tablespoon sliced red chili for heat	6	0.3	1.5	0.1	0.6

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Slice Chicken
Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
2
Make Lemongrass Paste
Blend all the ingredients for the lemongrass paste into a smooth blend using a food processor.
Tip: Make the lemongrass paste a day ahead to deepen the flavors.
3
Marinate Chicken
Mix the chicken pieces with half of the lemongrass paste in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Prep Vegetables
Slice and prepare all the vegetables as per the ingredients list.
Tip: Ensure all vegetables are cut uniformly for even cooking.

How to Make Aromatic Cambodian Lemongrass Chicken Curry

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sauté the Paste
Heat the vegetable oil in a pot. Add the remaining lemongrass paste and sauté until fragrant.
2
Simmer the Curry
Add marinated chicken, coconut milk, chicken stock, kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
3
Cook the Vegetables
Add bell pepper, green beans, and eggplant to the curry. Continue to simmer until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through.