By Erika Kolenic
Cape Malay Chicken Curry (Low GI/GL, Low Fat)
7 steps
Prep:15minCook:30min
Here’s a healthier Cape Malay Chicken Curry adapted for low GI, low GL, and low fat: reduce oil, and replace mango chutney with a light tomato-based alternative. This keeps the flavour authentic while lowering glycemic impact and fat content.
Updated at: Mon, 04 May 2026 10:18:51 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
63
Moderate
Glycemic Load
29
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories677.4 kcal (34%)
Total Fat17.1 g (24%)
Carbs46.4 g (18%)
Sugars6.3 g (7%)
Protein82.7 g (165%)
Sodium794.3 mg (40%)
Fiber7.8 g (28%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
2 servings
1.5 lbsskinless chicken breast
or thighs, trimmed of fat
2potatoes
medium, cubed, keep portion moderate for GI balance
1carrot
medium, sliced
1onion
large, finely chopped
4cloves garlic
minced
2 inchginger
piece, grated
2 Tbspdiced tomatoes
instead of chutney
1 Tbspcanola oil
or olive oil spray
2 tspcumin seeds
2 tspfennel seeds
½ tspturmeric
½ tsppaprika
cinnamon stick
2-inch
½ tspblack pepper
½ tspsalt
reduce if sodium-sensitive
1 cupwater
or low-sodium stock
fresh parsley
chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1
Heat oil in a non-stick pan, add cumin, fennel, and cinnamon stick until fragrant.
Step 2
Add onion, garlic, ginger; sauté until golden.
Step 3
Stir in turmeric, paprika, and black pepper.
Step 4
Add chicken pieces, sear lightly.
Step 5
Add potatoes and carrots, stir well.
Step 6
Add diced tomatoes + water/stock, simmer 25–30 min until chicken is cooked and potatoes tender.
Step 7
Garnish generously with fresh parsley.
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