Christina's Nyonya Chicken Curry With Rice

Christina's Nyonya curry chicken and rice is a dish that's been passed down through generations of her family - a true staple of the Peranakan table, the kind of meal that shows up at every gathering because it's the one everyone asks for. Tender chicken and potatoes are slow-cooked in a rich, creamy coconut curry, built on the traditional Nyonya spice blend of galangal, lemongrass, candlenut, and shrimp paste. It's fragrant, layered, and balanced in a way that only comes from a recipe made the same way for years. Served over fluffy steamed rice, it's a proper sit-down meal rather than a quick reheat, the kind of curry that fills the kitchen with its aroma before it even reaches the table. Christina recommends a simple cucumber salad on the side to cut through the richness of the coconut sauce. Made with ❤️ by Christina