CHICKEN AND LEEK COCONUT CURRY

My friend Frances made this and said it is delicious. I will definitely be trying it this week.

Serves 4

1 tablespoon of butter
1 tablespoon of olive oil
4 leeks, white and green parts cleaned and diced
3 cloves garlic chopped
2 tablespoons green curry past
2 tablespoons of coriander pesto
4-6 chicken breasts (400g) cut in chunks - brown the chicken before adding but not necessary. Prawns can also be used
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons coriander

Method

Heat the butter and olive oil in a saucepan. Add leeks and sauté until caramelized. Add the garlic and curry past – cook for two minutes. Add coriander pesto and chicken. Cook for 2 minutes until browned. Add the stock and coconut milk allow to simmer for a few minutes. Add the coriander.

Serve with basmarti rice, pita bread or noodles.