Green Curry Recipe
A spicy curry made with coconut milk, green curry paste, and your choice of protein.
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Ingredients
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Curry Base
Protein
Vegetables
Seasoning
Method
Prepare the Ingredients
Cut the Protein
Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. If using tofu, cut it into cubes.
Chop the Vegetables
Slice the red bell pepper and zucchini into thin strips. Drain the bamboo shoots.
Cook the Curry
Add Curry Paste
Once the oil is hot, add the green curry paste. Stir and cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Protein
Add the sliced chicken (or tofu) to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Add Coconut Milk
Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine with the curry paste and protein.
Add Vegetables
Add the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, and bamboo shoots to the pan. Stir well.
Season the Curry
Add the fish sauce (or soy sauce) and sugar. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add Basil
Just before serving, stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Serve
Plate the Curry
Serve the green curry hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnishing with additional basil if desired.