Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 cup

Mixed vegetables

chopped

200 ml

Coconut milk

200 ml

Chilled water

1 unit

Thai basil leaves

2 stalk

Lemongrass

chopped

3 unit

Galangal

4 unit

Onion

10 unit

Dry Red Chilli

soaked

8 unit

Kaffir lime leaves

2 clove

Garlic

1 tbsp

Coriander Leaves

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

0.33 tsp

Turmeric powder

0.5 tsp

Thai Red Curry Paste

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~6 min

Prepare the yellow curry paste by dry roasting coriander and cumin seeds.

Step 2
~6 min

Blend lemongrass, galangal, onion, dry red chilli, kaffir lime leaves, garlic, coriander, cumin, turmeric powder, curry powder/chilli powder, salt, and water used for soaking dry chilli in a mixer.

Step 3
~6 min

Store the prepared curry paste in the freezer for up to a week.

Step 4
~6 min

In a shallow fry pan, saute potato and ladies finger with a spoon of oil until al dente. Keep aside.

Step 5
~6 min

In the same pan, add a little oil. Once the oil is hot, add yellow curry paste and fry until aromatic.

Step 6
~6 min

Add the vegetables and mix well with the paste. Adjust salt if needed.

Step 7
~6 min

Add water to the mixture as required, close the lid, and cook for 5-8 minutes.

Step 8
~6 min

Add coconut milk and cook for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked completely.

Step 9
~6 min

Garnish with Thai basil leaves.

Step 10
~6 min

Serve with Thai Jasmine rice and Zucchini Salad with Thai Hot Chili Dressing.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chilli according to your spice preference.

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

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Curry paste can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with jasmine rice.

Serve with roti bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Zucchini Salad with Thai Hot Chili Dressing
Thai Jasmine rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Common dish in Thai cuisine, reflecting balance of flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Lunch
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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