Kari-Kay (Nyonya Chicken Curry)

To make the Kari Kay, first blend the Shallots (1 1/4 cups) , Garlic (4 cloves) , Dried Chili Peppers (1/4 cup) , Fresh Turmeric (1/4 cup) , Lemongrass (8) , Shrimp Paste (1 Tbsp) , Ground Coriander (1 Tbsp) in a food processor until fine. Add some water in order to make the food processor works.

Then, heat Cooking Oil (1/2 cup) over medium heat and sauté Star Anise (1) , Whole Cloves (2) and Cinnamon Stick (1) . Add in spices paste and stir-fry until fragrant and dry.

Add in half of the Coconut Milk (1 2/3 cups) and stir well. Follow by Chicken (1) and Potatoes (2 cups) . Simmer until chicken is tender and potatoes are cooked. Add some water if too dry. Remove potatoes and set aside to prevent the potatoes from overcooking.

Lastly, season to taste with Salt (1 Tbsp) , and Granulated Sugar (to taste) . Continue to cook until gravy is slightly thick. Once is ready, return cooked potatoes into the curry.

Serve with steamed rice or Nasi Kunyit (Turmeric Rice).