Smash the ginger and garlic and cut the vegetables into chunks (See Note 2)
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces
Plug in your Instant Pot. Press the sauté button and wait until the "hot" indicator turns on.
Pour the oil into the pot and swirl to coat evenly.
Add the ginger, garlic and onions and cook for 5 minutes or until fragrant. Stir occasionally to sauté more thoroughly.
Add the chicken pieces and sear for a couple of minutes. They do not need to be fully cooked.
Add the remaining vegetables and stir to mix all ingredients together.
Pour the water into the pot (See Note 3)
Break up the curry cubes and submerge them into the water.
Close the lid and ensure the steam valve is set to sealing position.
Cancel the sauté function and select pressure cook, at high pressure for 15 minutes.
When time is up, either natural release for 10-15 minutes and quick release remaining pressure, or do a complete quick release.
When the float valve is down, open the lid and mix the stew until all curry has been dissolved.
Serve with rice, noodles or bread! Enjoy!