Kari ayam (Malay chicken curry)

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into pieces, the potatoes into cubes and thinly slice the onions.
2. Blend the garlic, ginger and one onion into a smooth paste.
3. Heat the oil in a large saucepan and fry the sliced onion for 4 minutes.
4. Add the spice paste and the curry paste, then fry for 3 minutes, stirring.
5. Stir in the ground spices and toast for 1 minute.
6. Add the chicken and sear for 4 minutes, turning it over.
7. Pour in the coconut milk and add the potatoes, then season with salt and pepper.
8. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes over low heat until the chicken and potatoes are tender, then serve with rice.