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Red Curry Recipe

Delicious Red Curry Recipe with Chicken or Tofu in 40 Minutes

This Red Curry Recipe is a delightful blend of flavors, featuring chicken or tofu in a creamy coconut milk sauce that's ready in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or 14 oz firm tofu for vegetarian option
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk 13.5 oz
  • 3 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped
  • 1 cup carrots sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger minced
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic and ginger.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken thighs (or tofu) to the pot; cook until golden brown on all sides.
  4. Stir in red curry paste, letting it cook for about two minutes.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and stir continuously until combined and creamy.
  6. Add bell peppers and carrots; let simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until tender but crisp.
  7. Remove from heat; stir in lime juice and fresh basil just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 22g

Notes

Feel free to swap out proteins or add more veggies based on your preferences. Allowing the dish to rest before serving enhances flavor and texture.

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