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Authentic Thai green curry with chicken, Thai basil, and jasmine rice served in a white bowl

Thai green curry recipe


Description

For the Green Curry Paste (optional – you can also buy a good-quality pre-made paste):


Ingredients

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  • 23 green Thai chilies (adjust to heat preference)

  • 2 shallots, chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves

  • 1 thumb-sized piece of galangal (or ginger), sliced

  • 1 stalk lemongrass, chopped

  • Zest of 1 lime

  • 1 tsp ground coriander

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1/2 tsp white pepper

  • Handful of fresh cilantro (including stems)

  • 1 tbsp shrimp paste (optional, or substitute miso for vegetarian)

  • 1 tbsp water (to help blend)


Instructions

Step 1: Make the Green Curry Paste

Step 2: Sauté the Paste

Step 3: Add the Coconut Milk

Step 4: Add the Chicken

Step 5: Add Veggies and Simmer

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 23 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg