Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles

Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles combines the unique taste of Thai turmeric spiced chicken with noodles. This dish is popular among Southeast Asian culinary lovers. The uniqueness of this dish lies in the combination of typical Thai spices and careful cooking techniques, resulting in a rich flavor dish.

Hello everyone, who likes chicken dishes, come here! Chicken has a delicious taste even though it is made into various dishes, especially main courses. You will love the main course Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles because it is delicious. Preparing this main course takes 15 minutes, while cooking takes 30 minutes.

Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles is a perfect example of Thai cuisine that uses turmeric as the main ingredient. In Asian cuisine, turmeric is widely used as a spice or main ingredient, especially in Thailand, India, and Indonesia, both as a natural coloring and as a distinctive flavor enhancer.

Turmeric chicken is a common dish in Thailand and is often found in traditional markets and restaurants. Meanwhile, noodles have become an integral part of Asian cuisine, with countless variations. The combination of turmeric chicken with noodles creates a dish that is not only delicious but also healthy because turmeric is known to have many health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

Enjoying Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles is very suitable as a main dish at lunch or dinner. This dish is not only appetizing but also provides balanced nutrition. Using turmeric in this dish not only gives it a tempting golden yellow color but also provides amazing health benefits, such as boosting the immune system and aiding digestion.

What is special about this Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles?

A unique combination of flavors

Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles offers a unique and complex blend of flavors. Turmeric as the main spice provides a warm taste to the tongue, while coconut milk adds richness and smoothness to the sauce. Fish sauce and honey provide a savory and sweet taste. This combination creates a dish with a harmonious balance of flavors.

Has a unique aroma

The aroma of Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles is very appetizing. Spices such as turmeric, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass provide a strong and distinctive aroma. When cooking this dish, the aroma of spices wafting through the air can increase your appetite.

Health benefits of turmeric

Turmeric has many health benefits. The active substance in turmeric, namely curcumin, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Regular consumption of turmeric can help boost the immune system, fight inflammation, and support digestive health. By including turmeric in this main course, Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles is not only delicious but also healthy.

Nutrient content

Protein: chicken is the main source of protein in this main course. Protein is very important for the growth, repair of body tissue, and production of enzymes and hormones. In addition, it can support the immune system.

Carbohydrates: using noodles in this main course is the main source of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for the body. The type of noodles used can be egg noodles, rice noodles, or shirataki noodles, each of which has a different carbohydrate content.

Healthy Fats: coconut milk is the source of healthy fats in this main course. Coconut milk contains fatty acids that are easily digested and used by the body as an energy source. Fat is also important for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).

Vitamins and Minerals: turmeric contains curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Additionally, it contains vitamin C, vitamin B6, and minerals such as potassium and iron.

Serving Recommendations

Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles is a delicious dish. To complement and increase the feeling of fullness, you can add various appropriate complementary foods and drinks. Here are some suitable options.

Pickles: pickles make an excellent accompaniment to Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles. Pickled cucumber, carrots, or radishes will provide a refreshing contrast and help cleanse your palate between bites.

Crackers: crackers can be a crunchy and light addition. Both provide different textural contrasts and can be a fun treat between bites.

Green Tea: Warm green tea can help cleanse the taste and freshen the mouth between bites.

Let’s make the main course!

Ingredients of Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles

• 0,5 lb Chicken thigh filet, strip cut
• ½ tbsp ground Turmeric
• 1 tsp grated Ginger
• ¼ tsp Pepper
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• ½ tbsp Honey
• Thai red curry paste
• 5 cloves Shallot
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1-inch Galangal
• 10 gr Ginger
• 1 large Red pepper, remove seed
• 5 curly Red pepper
• 1 stalk Lemongrass
• 5 kaffir Lime leaves, Remove the leaf bones
• ½ tsp ground Coriander
• 1 tsp ground Turmeric
• ½ tbsp Oil
• ½ tsp Shrimp paste
• ¼ tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Water

To assembly:

• 1 pack Rice noodles
• 3 pieces of Shrimp, deveined
• 1 ½ tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 bunch Bok choy
• Thai red curry paste
• 3 Shallot, minced
• 2 clove Garlic, minced
• ½ tsp grated Ginger
• ¼ cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 cups Coconut milk
• 1 tbsp Fish sauce
• Lime wedges

How to make Thai Turmeric Chicken and Noodles

First, roughly chop the garlic, shallot, galangal, ginger, red pepper, lemongrass, and lime leaves into small pieces so they blend more easily.

Then, prepare a blender, throw in all those chopped ingredients, and blend until a thick, smooth paste. Put it aside for now.

Marinate the chicken in a medium bowl with ground turmeric, grated ginger, pepper, soy sauce, and honey. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.

While the chickens marinate, heat some oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Once it’s hot, add the chicken and cook until both sides are golden brown.

Toss in the bok choy until just charred on the edges.

Then, transfer chicken and bok choy to a plate in the same skillet, and saute minced of garlic, shallot, grated ginger, and fresh cilantro.

After that, cook it all up for about 2 minutes.

Add red curry paste, stir, and cook until fragrant.

Pour in the coconut milk, sesame oil, and fish sauce.

Add the shrimp, then slide the chicken and bok choy back into the sauce.

Simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens slightly.

Meanwhile, cook up some noodles in another skillet according to package instructions.

Once the noodles are done, divide them between bowls.

Then, spoon some chicken, bok choy, and sauce over noodles.

Lastly, top it all off with some herbs, and lime juice.

Enjoy your main course!

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