What's an easy, non intimidating curry recipe?

Question:

I'd like to try making "curry" although I know that really refers to the spices. I don't like my food too spicy (I get a 4 at Thai restaurants if i'm feeling adventurous!) And I'd like one with chicken and coconut milk in it (do they all have coconut milk?). Also, in case you couldn't tell, I'm a very novice cook, so something cheap and easy would be even better! Any suggestions?

Answer:

Go to your local Asian market, and get a box of ready made curry blocks. Most of these are for Japanese curry, so they're quite mild. House and Golden are two of the major brand names. 1 box is enough for 2 pots of curry and there is a recipe (in English) on the back. Essentially you'll take some chicken, carrots, potatoes and other desired vegetables and cut them up. You'll partially cook the chicken remove it then saute the vegetables. Add the chicken back in and add 2 or 3 cups of chicken stock. Bring to a boil before you add the curry block (chop it up so it dissolves better.) Stir until curry block is completely dissolved then let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, get your rice going in the rice cooker. Turn off the heat and, if you want, stir in half a small can of coconut milk. Rice should be ready, so spoon some rice into a bowl and ladle the curry over it. Time to eat!