Description
This Easy Thai Red Curry is a creamy, flavorful dish packed with tender chicken (or tofu), fresh vegetables, and a fragrant red curry sauce. Made with coconut milk, Thai red curry paste, and aromatic spices, this quick and delicious meal is perfect for a cozy dinner. Serve it with jasmine rice for the ultimate comfort food!
Ingredients
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- For the Curry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 400ml (1 can) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 500g (1 lb) chicken breast or tofu, cubed
- For Serving:
- Cooked jasmine rice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Red chili slices (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Cook the curry paste: Stir in the Thai red curry paste and cook for another minute to release its flavors.
- Add the liquids: Pour in the coconut milk and broth. Stir well, then add fish sauce (or soy sauce), brown sugar, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook the protein: Add the chicken or tofu and let it cook for 7-10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add vegetables: Stir in bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli. Simmer for another 5 minutes until tender.
- Taste and adjust: Adjust seasoning if needed, adding more fish sauce, lime juice, or sugar to balance flavors.
- Serve: Spoon the curry over jasmine rice, garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and red chili slices.
Notes
- Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu for different variations.
- Use light coconut milk for a lower-calorie option.
- Add Thai basil for an extra authentic touch.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~480 kcal
- Sugar: ~8g
- Sodium: ~850mg
- Fat: ~30g
- Saturated Fat: ~20g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~8g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~35g
- Fiber: ~5g
- Protein: ~28g
- Cholesterol: ~50mg