Here’s a bold and flavorful recipe for Spiced Chicken Stir‑Fry with Curry Vegetables & Tamarind Glaze — a fusion-style dish combining savory, sweet, tangy, and spicy notes in one quick and colorful stir-fry. Perfect for weeknight dinners when you’re craving something vibrant and satisfying.
🍛 Spiced Chicken Stir-Fry with Curry Vegetables & Tamarind Glaze
🍽 Serves: 4
⏱ Time: 30 minutes
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
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1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1/2 tsp ground coriander
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Curry Vegetables:
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1 tbsp oil (vegetable or coconut)
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 cup julienned carrots
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1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
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1/2 red onion, sliced
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1 tsp curry powder
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1/2 tsp turmeric (optional)
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Salt, to taste
For the Tamarind Glaze:
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2 tbsp tamarind paste
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2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
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1/4 cup water
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Marinate the Chicken:
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In a bowl, toss sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and spices (cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper).
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Let sit for 10–15 minutes while you prep other ingredients.
2. Prepare the Tamarind Glaze:
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In a small bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar/lime juice, and water.
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Set aside.
3. Cook the Chicken:
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Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken in a single layer and sear until browned and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes).
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Remove from pan and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
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In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed.
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Stir-fry broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and onion for 4–6 minutes, until just tender-crisp.
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Sprinkle with curry powder, turmeric, and a pinch of salt.
5. Combine & Glaze:
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Return the chicken to the pan.
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Pour in the tamarind glaze and stir to coat everything evenly.
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Simmer for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and clings to the chicken and veggies.
6. Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or rice noodles. Garnish with:
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Fresh cilantro or mint
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Toasted sesame seeds
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Lime wedges
✅ Tips & Variations:
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Swap chicken for tofu, shrimp, or beef strips.
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Add snap peas, zucchini, or baby corn for more veggie variety.
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Use store-bought tamarind sauce in a pinch, but adjust sweetness to taste.
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Add a chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Would you like a meal-prep version, or to turn this into a lettuce wrap filling or grain bowl?
