Vietnamese Chicken Curry

1 1/2 kg chicken pieces 4 teaspoons oil 2 medium onions , quartered 2 garlic cloves , crushed 1 small red chile , finely chopped 4 tablespoons finely chopped[...]

3 tablespoons curry powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon shallot , chopped 2 teaspoons[...]