Follow these steps for perfect results
coconut milk
vegetable stock
lemongrass
crushed
galangal
halved
kaffir lime leaves
fresh or frozen
Thai red curry paste
paprika
smoked
butternut squash
peeled, seeded, cubed
sweet potato
peeled, cubed
yukon gold potato
peeled, cubed
onion
quartered
garlic cloves
peeled
ginger
peeled, sliced
corn kernels
frozen, roasted
Thai soy sauce
to taste
fresh lime juice
to taste
cilantro leaf
sliced fresh Thai red chili pepper
to garnish
sliced scallion top
to garnish
smoked spanish paprika
to garnish
Combine coconut milk, vegetable stock, lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, red curry paste, and paprika in a pot.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook for 30 minutes.
Add butternut squash, sweet potato, Yukon gold potato, onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot (excluding corn kernels).
Cook over low heat until vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes.
Remove 1-1.5 cups of liquid and set aside.
Remove and discard galangal, lemongrass, and lime leaves.
Puree the remaining ingredients in the pot using an immersion blender or regular blender.
Add back some or all of the reserved liquid to achieve desired consistency.
Stir in frozen and roasted corn kernels.
Season to taste with Thai soy sauce or fish sauce.
Turn off heat and add lime juice to taste.
Garnish with cilantro leaves, sliced Thai red chili pepper, and sliced scallion tops.
Expert advice for the best results
Roasting the squash beforehand intensifies the flavor.
Adjust the amount of red curry paste to your spice preference.
Garnish generously for visual appeal.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve in a bowl, drizzled with coconut cream, and garnished with fresh herbs and chili slices.
Serve with crusty bread or naan.
Serve as a starter or light meal.
Complements the sweetness and spice.
Light and refreshing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Reflects the use of coconut milk, lemongrass, and galangal typical of Thai cuisine
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