Thai Green Curry

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil Potatoes

   5 min

   Start by placing 225g new potatoes into a pot filled with boiling water. Allow them to cook for around 5 minutes, until they are slightly tender but not fully cooked. This initial boiling will help them cook evenly later on.

2. 2

   Add Green Beans

   3 min

   After 5 minutes, add 100g green beans to the pot with the potatoes. Continue to cook both vegetables together for an additional 3 minutes, until they are just tender yet still crisp. Drain the vegetables well and set them aside for later use.

3. 3

   Heat Oil and Garlic

   3 min

   In a wok or large frying pan, heat 1 tbsp sunflower oil over medium-high heat until it is shimmering and hot. Carefully add 1 clove garlic, finely minced, and sauté it briefly until it turns golden brown, which should take only a few seconds. Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can become bitter.

4. 4

   Cook Curry Paste

   2 min

   Add 4 tsp Thai green curry paste to the hot oil and garlic in the pan. Stir it in, cooking for about 1 minute until the paste becomes fragrant, enhancing the overall flavor of the dish. This will help to release the essential oils from the spices in the paste.

5. 5

   Add Coconut Milk

   3 min

   Carefully pour in 400ml coconut milk, stirring to combine it with the curry paste. Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle bubble, allowing the flavors to meld together. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

6. 6

   Simmer Chicken

   9 min

   Stir in 2 tsp Thai fish sauce and 1 tsp sugar to balance the flavors. Next, add 450g boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces, and reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the pan and let it cook for approximately 8 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.

7. 7

   Incorporate Vegetables

   3 min

   Gently add the drained potatoes and green beans back into the curry mixture. Stir everything together, allowing the vegetables to heat through in the rich coconut milk sauce for about 2-3 minutes, ensuring they absorb the flavors.

8. 8

   Add Lime and Basil

   3 min

   For a refreshing and aromatic touch, stir in 2 fresh kaffir lime leaves (or some lime zest if unavailable). Finally, add a handful of basil leaves, cooking them briefly for about 1 minute to keep their vibrant color and flavor intact.

9. 9

   Plate and Serve

   1 min

   Once everything is ready, garnish your dish with fresh lime wedges for an extra zesty flavor. Serve the curry immediately alongside a generous helping of boiled rice for a complete meal.

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