Red Curry
Description
Thai Red Curry is a rich, flavorful dish made with a spicy coconut milk-based curry sauce and a mix of meat or tofu, fresh vegetables, and herbs. It is known for its balance of spice, sweetness, and creaminess, typically served over steamed jasmine rice.
Ingredients
- Red Curry Paste
- Coconut Milk
- Protein (Chicken, shrimp, tofu, or beef)
- Vegetables (Bell peppers, zucchini, green beans, thai eggplant)
- Fish sauce
- Palm sugar
- Fresh basil leaves
- Optional: lime, chili slices, fresh cilantro
Steps
- Sauté the curry paste in a bit of oil until fragrant.
- Add the coconut milk gradually, stirring to mix it with the paste.
- Add the protein and cook until nearly done.
- Toss in the vegetables and simmer until tender.
- Season with fish sauce and palm sugar to taste.
- Stir in fresh basil right before serving.