Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small eggplant, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup sliced bamboo shoots
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup diced tofu or cooked chicken
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Per serving
Calories: 150 kcal
Proteins: 2 g
Fats: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Method
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
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Add the red curry paste to the pan and stir-fry for a minute until fragrant.
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Pour in the coconut milk and broth, and stir to combine with the curry paste.
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Add the fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice to the pan. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
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Add the sliced bell pepper, eggplant, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and tofu or chicken to the pan. Stir to coat the vegetables and protein with the curry sauce.
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Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the sauce to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
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Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more fish sauce, sugar, or lime juice according to your preference.
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Remove the pan from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
The red curry sauce is typically served with steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles. It can also be served with grilled or sautéed vegetables, tofu, or chicken.
Red curry sauce is a spicy and flavorful sauce that originates from Thailand. It is made with red curry paste, coconut milk, and a variety of vegetables and proteins. The sauce is known for its rich and aromatic flavors, combining the spiciness of the curry paste with the creaminess of coconut milk. It is a versatile sauce that can be enjoyed with rice, noodles, or various protein and vegetable dishes.
Facts about the sauce:
- Red curry sauce is a staple in Thai cuisine and is widely enjoyed both in Thailand and around the world.
- The key ingredient, red curry paste, is made from red chili peppers, garlic, lemongrass, shallots, and various spices.
- The spiciness of the sauce can be adjusted according to personal preference by adding more or less red curry paste.
- Coconut milk provides a creamy and smooth texture to the sauce while balancing out the heat from the chili peppers.
- Red curry sauce is known for its vibrant red color, which comes from the red chili peppers and other ingredients in the curry paste.
- It is a popular choice for those who enjoy spicy and aromatic flavors in their dishes.
