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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 2 T extra virgin coconut oil, more if needed
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 3-4 lbs)
- ⅓ cup red curry paste
- 1 15-oz can coconut milk (full fat)
- ⅓ cup red curry paste
- 2-6 t palm sugar, to taste
- 2-4 T fish sauce, to taste
- 1 medium-large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 sweet bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 small-medium pineapple, cored and cut into chunks
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 686g | |
| Calories 1072 | |
| Calories from Fat 848 | 79% |
| Total Fat 100.89g | 126% |
| Saturated Fat 88.25g | 353% |
| Trans Fat 0.03g | |
| Cholesterol 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium 1473mg | 61% |
| Potassium 1450mg | 41% |
| Total Carbs 41.13g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.1g | 14% |
| Sugars 25.64g | 17% |
| Protein 15.99g | 26% |
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