Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCoconut Thai KitchenGreen Curry Recipe

Green Curry Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Spicy green curry with chicken and vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Protein

Vegetables

Spices and Condiments

Cooking Essentials

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Chop the green bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the bamboo shoots and drain.

  3. 3

    Gather Ingredients

    Measure out the coconut milk, green curry paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and vegetable oil.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Cook Chicken

    Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 6

    Add Curry Paste

    Stir in the green curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 7

    Add Coconut Milk

    Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine with the chicken and curry paste.

  5. 8

    Add Vegetables

    Add the chopped green bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, and bamboo shoots to the skillet. Stir well.

  6. 9

    Season the Curry

    Stir in the fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for an additional 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

  7. 10

    Add Fresh Basil

    Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil and allow it to wilt in the heat.

Serving

  1. 11

    Serve

    Serve the green curry hot over cooked rice or noodles. Enjoy!

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