Red Thai Curry Recipe
Make Red Thai Curry Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Curry Paste
Curry Ingredients
Method
Making the Curry Paste
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Remove the stems and seeds from the red chili peppers. Peel the galangal (or ginger), shallots, and garlic cloves.
- 2
Blend the Paste
In a food processor, combine the red chili peppers, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, shallots, garlic, cilantro stems, and salt. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
Cooking the Curry
- 3
- 4
Add the Curry Paste
Once the oil is hot, add the prepared curry paste. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Add Coconut Milk
Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine with the curry paste. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- 6
Add Tofu and Vegetables
Gently add the cubed tofu, sliced bell peppers, and zucchini into the pot. Stir to coat the vegetables with the curry sauce.
- 7
Season the Curry
Add the sugar and soy sauce. Stir well and let the curry simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 8
Finish with Basil
Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil leaves and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
