3 lbs skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 2 inch pieces
1 slice fresh ginger root, sliced
2 tsps sliced fresh curry leaves
4 cloves garlic, sliced
1/2 star anise pod
Directions
Step #1
Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over med-heat/flame.
Step #2 Saute the cinnamon, then stir in the shallots, anise, cardamom, cloves & curry leaves for 2 to 3 mins, garlic & ginger & saute until fragrant.
Step #3 Stir in curry paste & cook for 5 mins, stirring constantly.
Step #4 Pour in the coconut milk & water & let simmer for 3 to 4 mins; add chicken, tamarind juice & salt & let simmer, stirring every once in awhile, for 20 mins.