INGREDIENTS
7
large dried red long peppers (guajillo)
2
-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
4
large cloves garlic, peeled
1 tsp
ground coriander
1 tsp
ground cinnamon
2
-inch piece fresh turmeric, peeled, or one tablespoon ground turmeric
1
shallot, weighing one ounce, peeled and sliced
2 1/2 lb
boneless chicken thighs cut into 2-inch or one-inch cubes (see post for explanation)
2 1/2 cups
coconut milk, divided
2 tsp
salt, divided
2/3
cup, packed, grated palm sugar or light brown sugar
2 tbsp
coconut or vegetable oil
2 tbsp
prepared tamarind paste