Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

jasmine rice

2 tbsp

peanut oil

1.67 lbs

boneless skinless chicken thighs

trimmed and cubed

1 unit

onion

chopped

3 clove

garlic

crushed

2 tbsp

Thai red curry paste

1 unit

fresh long red chili pepper

halved lengthwise and thinly sliced

1 tsp

ground cumin

3 unit

baby eggplant

thickly sliced

1 tbsp

fish sauce

3 unit

kaffir lime leaves

thinly sliced

0.67 cup

coconut milk

6 oz

green beans

trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths

0.33 cup

fresh cilantro leaves

loosely packed

Step 1
~4 min

Cook jasmine rice in a large saucepan of boiling water until just tender, then drain.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat half the peanut oil in a wok on high heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Stir-fry cubed chicken thighs in batches until browned.

Step 4
~4 min

Remove chicken and set aside.

Step 5
~4 min

Heat the remaining peanut oil in the same wok.

Step 6
~4 min

Stir-fry chopped onion and crushed garlic until the onion softens.

Step 7
~4 min

Add Thai red curry paste, sliced chili pepper, and ground cumin.

Step 8
~4 min

Stir-fry until fragrant.

Step 9
~4 min

Add sliced baby eggplant and stir-fry until lightly browned.

Step 10
~4 min

Return the browned chicken to the wok.

Step 11
~4 min

Add fish sauce, sliced kaffir lime leaves, coconut milk, green beans, and 3/4 cup water.

Step 12
~4 min

Stir-fry for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.

Step 13
~4 min

Sprinkle with fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 14
~4 min

Serve hot with cooked jasmine rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red curry paste to your desired level of spiciness.

For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.

Garnish with chopped peanuts for added crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Curry can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed jasmine rice.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thai spring rolls
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Thai cuisine, known for its balance of flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thai New Year (Songkran)
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family dinner
Comfort food

Popularity Score

75/100

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