Thai Green Curry

🕒 Prep: 20 mins 👨‍🍳 Cook: 30 mins 🍽️ Serves: 4 📊 Easy

This creamy and aromatic Thai green curry combines the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Made with coconut milk and authentic Thai ingredients, this curry is both comforting and exotic.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans Coconut milk
  • 3-4 tbsp Thai green curry paste
  • 500g Chicken breast, sliced
  • 4-5 Thai eggplants
  • 1 cup Bamboo shoots
  • 4-5 Kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 cup Thai basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp Fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp Palm sugar
  • 2 cups Jasmine rice

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large wok, heat the thick part of coconut milk until oil separates.

  2. 2

    Add green curry paste and fry until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add sliced chicken and stir until partially cooked.

  4. 4

    Pour in remaining coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

  5. 5

    Add eggplants and bamboo shoots, cook until vegetables are tender.

  6. 6

    Season with fish sauce and palm sugar to taste.

  7. 7

    Add kaffir lime leaves and Thai basil just before serving.

  8. 8

    Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice.

Pro Tips

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for the best results
  • Adjust the amount of curry paste based on your spice preference
  • Don't overcook the vegetables - they should remain slightly crisp
  • Fresh Thai basil makes a big difference in flavor