Pad Prik King Recipe
Spicy. Choice of protein. Special Thai curry with green beans.
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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Prep and mise en place
Prepare the ingredients: cut the protein into bite-sized pieces, trim the green beans and cut into 2-inch pieces, mince the garlic, and thinly slice the shallot. Have all sauces measured and within reach.
- 2
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and shallot; stir-fry for 20-30 seconds until fragrant. Add the Prik King curry paste and continue to stir-fry for another 20-30 seconds until the paste becomes fragrant and begins to release oil.
- 3
Add the protein to the wok. Stir-fry until it is nearly cooked through (about 2-3 minutes for chicken or pork; adjust time for other proteins). Transfer the protein to a plate and set aside.
- 4
In the same wok, add a little more oil if needed. Add the green beans and stir-fry 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Pour in about 60 ml of water or chicken broth, then cover briefly to steam the beans.
- 5
Return the protein to the wok. Add fish sauce, oyster sauce, palm sugar, and soy sauce. Stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the ingredients.
- 6
Stir in the Thai basil leaves until just wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional fish sauce or a squeeze of lime if desired.
- 7
Remove from heat. Serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice. Garnish with extra basil and lime wedges if desired.
