Ruby Curry Recipe
Choice of meat in homemade red chili paste curry with coconut milk, zucchini, Chinese eggplants, bell peppers, and basil leaves.
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Ingredients
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Meat
Homemade Red Chili Paste
Vegetables
Coconut Milk
Seasoning
Method
Preparation of Homemade Red Chili Paste
- 1
Prepare the Chili Paste
Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for about 15 minutes until softened. Drain and place them in a blender with garlic, ginger, shallots, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until a smooth paste forms. Set aside.
Cooking the Curry
- 2
Cook the Chicken
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces, and sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add the Chili Paste
Stir in the homemade red chili paste and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4
Incorporate Coconut Milk
Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Chop the zucchini, Chinese eggplants, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Add these vegetables to the pot and continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- 6
Finish with Basil
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and sugar, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.