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Chicken legs in coconut milk with mint

4 servings

40 minutes

Chicken legs in coconut milk with mint is an exquisite dish with an Eastern accent that combines the rich, creamy flavor of coconut with the spiciness of spices and a refreshing hint of mint. The origins of this recipe can be found in the culinary traditions of Asia and Europe, where coconut milk is used to add tenderness and depth of flavor to dishes. A fragrant sauce with garlic, chili pepper, and lemon juice fills the meat with juiciness, creating a harmonious blend of light spiciness and soft sweetness. Mint added at the end of cooking gives the dish freshness and sophistication. Serving it with fluffy rice and crunchy vegetables turns this treat into a true gastronomic delight.

Chicken legs in coconut milk with mint
Energy value per serving
Calories
397.5kcal
Proteins
27.4grams
Fats
30.2grams
Carbohydrates
4.4grams
Ingredients
4servings
Spices
 
to taste
Fresh mint
1 
stem
Garlic
2 
clove
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Wash the legs, peel the skin (optional), and rub with spices. Heat the pan and fry the legs until almost cooked. Set them aside for now.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chicken drumsticks: 4 pieces
    2. Spices:  to taste
  • 2

    In the same pan, sauté minced garlic and chili pepper. Then pour in coconut milk and lemon juice, and simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Taste for salt and spiciness.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 2 cloves
    2. Chili powder:  pinch
    3. Coconut milk: 1 jar
    4. Lemon juice: 3 tablespoons
  • 3

    Place the legs in the sauce and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Add mint leaves 5 minutes before it's done. Serve with rice and vegetables.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chicken drumsticks: 4 pieces
    2. Fresh mint: 1 stem