Ingredients:
1 tsp (5 mL) canola oil
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges (1 cup/250 mL)
2 cups (500 mL) sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin bite-size strips (1 cup/250 mL)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tsp (5 mL) red curry paste
1 carton (900 mL) reduced-sodium chicken broth (about 4 cups)
1 1/2 cups (375 mL) shredded cooked chicken breast
1 tsp (5 mL) packed brown sugar
1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
1 tbsp (15 mL) cornstarch
2 tbsp (25 mL) cold water
1 can (400 mL) reduced-fat (light) coconut milk (not cream of coconut)
4 cups (1 L) fresh baby spinach leaves
2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges, if desired
What is "Healthified" : We've replaced ingredients with great-tasting alternatives to create better-for-you recipes that are just as yummy as the originals.Variation : Like it spicy? Add 1/2 to 1 tsp (2 to 5 mL) additional curry paste.Purchasing : Coconut milk and curry paste are both available at many supermarkets in the Asian foods aisle, or look for these specialty products at Asian markets.
Substitution : If you don't have cornstarch, you can use 2 tbsp all-purpose flour instead. Increase the amount of cold water to 1/4 cup.