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Are you ready to turn an ordinary meal into a spicy adventure? Thai Red Curry does just that with its bold flavors and vibrant colors. It’s more than food; it’s an invitation to explore, excite, and elevate your taste buds.
Take a virtual food journey to Thailand. Your adventure begins with one simple recipe: Thai Red Curry. Let’s cook!
Why Make This Thai Red Curry Dish?
Craving a meal that’s packed with bold, rich flavors and a touch of heat? Thai Red Curry brings it all together: tender chicken, vibrant veggies, creamy coconut milk, and the perfect blend of spices. It’s not just food; it’s an experience that transforms a simple dinner into something unforgettable.
Why You’ll Love It
This Thai Red Curry is more than a meal, it’s comfort, spice, and satisfaction in one bowl. Pair it with jasmine rice, and watch it disappear from your table. Your family or guests won’t just eat; they’ll rave about it.
Make this dish tonight, and turn your kitchen into a flavor-packed escape to Thailand!
Thai Red Curry is more than just a delicious dish, it’s a flavorful journey through Thailand’s rich history and culture. With its aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and fiery red chilies, it brings warmth, comfort, and a burst of excitement to your plate. This dish doesn’t just taste good; it’s packed with nutrients, a story of love for bold flavors, and the power to bring people together. Let’s explore why Thai Red Curry deserves all the hype!
Spice Up Your Life: The Magic of Thai Red Curry
- Prep Time: 30
- Assembling and resting: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Thai
Description
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 500g skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp neutral oil
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
For the Curry:
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 slices of ginger, minced
- 115g (4 oz) Thai red curry paste
- 2 tsp brown sugar (or palm sugar)
- 1 small onion, cut into wedges
- 1/2 red pepper, sliced
- 4 oz green beans, trimmed and halved
- 5 oz bamboo shoots, julienne
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 400ml (1 can) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup Thai basil leaves
- Cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix chicken with water, cornstarch, oil, and oyster sauce, then set aside for 15 minutes. This step ensures juicy, tender bites every time.
- Heat up your wok or skillet to high until it’s smoking hot.
- Add 1 tbsp oil, then stir-fry the chicken until golden and slightly caramelized. Set aside, you’ll thank yourself later.
- Turn the heat to medium-low.
- Add the rest of the oil along with garlic and ginger, sautéing until your kitchen smells amazing.
- Stir in the curry paste and brown sugar, letting everything mingle for maximum flavor.
- Toss in onion, red pepper, green beans, bamboo shoots, and fish sauce.
- Stir-fry until the onions soften slightly; this is where the dish comes alive with color and texture.
- Pour in the coconut milk, keeping it at a gentle simmer to preserve its velvety texture.
- Add the chicken back in and cook for just one minute to meld the flavors.
- Stir in Thai or Regular basil right at the end, letting its fragrance take this dish to another level.
- Garnish with cilantro if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
Created, Prepared, Tried, and Tested by Melanie from SA Tasty Recipes – Saffas Daily Recipes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 505
- Sugar: 4.4 g
- Sodium: 791.7 mg
- Fat: 36.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15.7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32.2 g
- Cholesterol: 91.3 mg
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I love curries. All curries, the hotter the better!
I am not a HOT curry eater, but rather a soft mild, flavorful one. Enjoy it.