Gluten Free Chinese Chicken Curry Recipe - BEST EVER! Takeaway-style (2024)

Gluten free Chinese Chicken curry recipe, anyone?! I thought that might get your attention! It’s just like what you used to order from your local Chinese takeaway. It’s also dairy free and low FODMAP btw.

Well, that’s if you can even remember the last time you ordered a Chinese takeaway… if you ever had the chance to in the first place! You can just never be sure what is and isn’t in food from the Chinese takeaway, so I decided to create my own gluten free Chinese chicken curry recipe at home. Here it is!

I loved having a Chinese takeaway when I was younger. We didn’t have one very often, but that just made it even more special.

We had our dishes that we would always order… sweet and sour fish, egg fried rice, chilli beef, chow mien and… Chinese chicken curry!

For me, not being able to have a Chinese takeaway ever again was a disastrous thought. Not only is Chinese takeaway food very often ladened with gluten but for those who have IBS and might follow the low FODMAP diet, onion and garlic is everywhere!

But not here…

So what’s it like?

Well, if you’ve ever ordered a Chinese chicken curry from your takeaway before being gluten free… it’s exactly like that!

If you’ve never had the pleasure of trying it before, then it’s a lovely, mildly spicy curry – the kind that you’d just love to dip your chips in.

(well, I’d love to anyway!)

The chicken is so incredibly tender and soft, with the carrot and peas soaking up all that lovely flavour. This recipe is basically everything I used to love about Chinese chicken curry, but I can actually eat this one!

But as you might have seen by the title, I can’t really take the credit for this recipe… as it’s one of Mark’s!

Being half-Malaysian, he absolutely loves this style of cooking, so I just let him get on with it and steal all of his recipes ?

(well, I do steal them to share with you guys so I guess that makes it ok, right?!)

Every time it’s my birthday, Valentine’s, our anniversary etc. he’ll always make me some sort of Chinese dish that I can NEVER eat. And this was one of the first he ever made for me!

As you can see in the photo above, he also made me gluten free prawn toast AND gluten free chicken chow mein… it was probably the best eating day of my life!

The gluten free prawn toast recipe is actually already up here and when I steal his chow mein recipe, I’ll post the link here too.

I think we all have a lot of happy memories sharing a Chinese takeaway with family, so it was suuuuuper kind of Mark to cook this for me. It just made me feel normal again.

And obviously, I then had to try and do the same for you lot by sharing his gluten free Chinese chicken curry recipe right here!

Here’s a couple of tips straight from the man himself:

  • Poaching your chicken in boiling water might seem a little weird, but it’s so incredibly quick to cook and the meat comes out really tender. It’s how they do it in actual Chinese takeaways.
  • If you’re not following the low FODMAP diet for IBS, then you can happily throw in a quarter of a white onion instead of the carrot.

Btw, if you’re looking for a low FODMAP vegetable/vegan stock cubes, then click here and thank me later. Here’s a low FODMAP curry powder too from Sainsbury’s.

Looking for more of Mark’s gluten free Chinese takeaway recipes? Check out this blog post here:10 gluten free Chinese takeaway recipes you won’t believe you can eat.

Right, on with the recipe!

Gluten Free Chinese Chicken Curry Recipe - BEST EVER! Takeaway-style (6)

Gluten Free Chinese Chicken Curry Recipe - Takeaway Style!

Gluten free Chinese chicken curry recipe, anyone? It's just like what you'd get from your local Chinese takeaway and it's low FODMAP too.

SERVINGS: 2 people

PREP TIME: 10 minutes mins

TOTAL TIME: 25 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 3 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • Spring onion greens* chopped

For the sauce

  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 200g grated carrot 2 carrots
  • A dash of gluten free soy sauce
  • 400ml gluten free chicken stock check the link above for low FODMAP chicken stock cubes
  • 15 g frozen peas

For your spice mix

  • 2 tbsp gluten free plain flour
  • 2 heaped tsp of mild curry powder check the link above for low FODMAP curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes optional and more or less depending on how hot you want it!
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • pinch ground cumin

Instructions

  • Start by bringing some water to the boil in a large saucepan. Once it's boiling, add your skinless, boneless chicken thighs, whole. Cook for around 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool a little and then chop into bite-sized strips.

  • Now for the sauce. Prep your carrot - it doesn't have to be grated, but spiralised works great too. If you'd prefer, chopped carrots are a-ok - they just take longer to cook.

  • In your wok, heat your coconut oil. Once melted, add your carrots and fry until slightly softened.

  • Add your flour, curry powder, chilli flakes, cumin and ginger to the wok and coat the carrot.

  • Pour over your chicken stock and add a dash of gf soy sauce.

  • Allow to simmer for around 10 minutes and then add your cooked, chopped chicken thighs. The sauce should be lovely and thick by this point and ready to serve.

  • Serve on top of a bed of sticky jasmine rice and sprinkle some fresh spring onion greens on top.

  • Enjoy!

Notes

* Green parts only for low FODMAP

So there you have it – my gluten free Chinese chicken curry recipe! It’s very simple to make and tastes sooo much like the Chinese chicken curry I used to order from the takeaway.

Let me know if you get the chance to try this recipe and if you have any other Chinese takeaway dish requests. I’m more than happy to give some more a try! Just leave a comment below, or on Facebook/ Twitter/ Instagram.

Also, if you would like to check out my low FODMAP curry powder recipe, you can find it by clickingright here.

Thanks for reading and happy gluten free Chinese chicken curry eating!

Becky xxx

Oh, and don’t forget to pin this before you leave!

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FAQs

What is Chinese takeaway curry sauce made of? ›

Why does the sauce look very yellow compared to my homemade one? - Quora. Chinese takeaway chicken curry usually contains chicken, onions, garlic, ginger, curry powder, coconut milk, soy sauce, and occasionally other vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or bamboo shoots.

Does Chinese chicken curry contain gluten? ›

I know most curries are gluten free, but a lot of Chinese takeaways use curry powder that has wheat in it – so remember that!

What curry sauce is gluten free? ›

Tongmaster's own secret recipe curry sauce is blended together with herbs and spices to create a delicious authentic Chinese curry sauce.

Does Mayflower curry sauce contain gluten? ›

Curry Sauce – Gluten Free

Enjoy a real chipper-style curry sauce, without any of the gluten. Easy to make and ready in minutes, delicious served with meat, vegetables or any rice dishes.

What is the difference between Chinese curry chicken and Indian curry chicken? ›

Some of the main differences are: Ingredients: Chinese curries typically use ingredients such as ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, while Indian curries use ingredients such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and ginger-garlic paste.

Why does Chinese curry taste different? ›

Spices: Chinese curries generally have a more delicate balance of spices, while Indian curries have a more robust and complex mix of spices. Indian curries also use a wider variety of spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves.

Why is curry not gluten-free? ›

There are two reasons why ground spices like curry powder, turmeric, paprika, and cinnamon might contain gluten: They were either contaminated in the factory, or the manufacturer added a little flour to them later to prevent caking. Most herbs and spices are safe, however, especially if they're fresh.

What makes curry not gluten-free? ›

Generally, it's a combination of ground spices, and I'm not aware of any uses of wheat as a spice. Normally no. But there is a risk of cross contamination. For example: if curry powder is packaged in the same band with wheat, rye etc.

Can celiacs eat curry? ›

Many of the ingredients that go into a curry if you're making it from scratch will not contain gluten; from the oil and spices use to make the flavoursome base, to the plain meat and fresh vegetables, to the sauce whether this is chopped tomato or coconut milk for a creamier curry.

Does takeaway curry have gluten? ›

Fortunately, most Indian food is naturally gluten-free, as major staples include rice, veggies, and meats and features beans and legumes like chickpeas and lentils.

How do you thicken gluten free curry? ›

Arrowroot. This powder comes from rhizomes of the Marantaceae family of tubers. It's a great natural substitute for those needing a gluten-free gravy thickener. As with using cornstarch or flour to thicken gravy, make a slurry with your arrowroot powder by mixing 2 to 3 tablespoons with an equal amount of water.

What sauces to avoid when gluten free? ›

Condiments such as soy sauce, barbecue sauce, mustard, and gravy are often made with gluten containing ingredients, such as wheat, wheat starch or malt flavoring. Be sure to double check ingredients on condiments and sauces or look for gluten free varieties.

What is gluten-free from an Indian takeaway? ›

Steamed basmati rice is typically served with Indian food, which helps cool down your palate from the heat of the spices. Even "Biryani" rice, which looks similar to an Asian fried rice, is gluten free, since it is steamed with spices and meat or vegetables.

Can celiacs eat chicken tikka masala? ›

I always order Chicken Tikka Masala whenever we go to our favorite Indian restaurant because 1) it's delicious, and 2) it's gluten free! I created an easy-to-make, healthy chicken tikka masala recipe for you to whip up in your own kitchen.

Is Chick Fil A sauce gluten-free celiac? ›

Yes, all Chick-fil-A grilled nuggets are gluten-free. (The breaded, fried chicken nuggets are not gluten-free.) Is Chick-fil-A Sauce Gluten-Free? Yes, all sauces at Chick-fil-A are gluten-free, including the Chick-fil-A sauce, Polynesian sauce, and barbeque sauce.

What is the difference between curry sauce and Chinese curry sauce? ›

In my experience, chip shop curry sauce is milder and a little fruitier. I find Chinese curry sauce also has a more complex flavour when it comes to the actual curry flavour, often using things spices garam masala, turmeric and sometimes cumin. Other flavourings can also include soy sauce and ginger.

What is the difference between Chinese curry and Indian curry? ›

The term 'curry' actually covers a broad swath of dishes. It's really just a saucy dish flavoured by a mixture of ground spices. The curry spices themselves can vary, although they have some usual suspects such as turmeric and cumin. Chinese curry is often a bit more watery in consistency than Indian curry.

Does Chinese curry sauce contain turmeric? ›

Ingredients: Water, Creamed Coconut, Brown Sugar, Sunflower Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Sea Salt, Coriander, Turmeric, Onion Powder, Chilli Powder. Mustard Powder, Garlic, Fennel, Black Pepper, Fenugreek, Cinnamon, Cumin, Ginger, Star Anise.

What does curry sauce contain? ›

A basic homemade curry sauce has onion, garlic, ginger and spices. It is cooked in oil or clarified butter and can be thickened with flour. It's a simple process that requires knowing which spices you like from a long list of possibilities.

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