green curry recipe

Green Curry Recipe

This green curry recipe is a flavorful Thai-inspired dish made with creamy coconut milk, aromatic green curry paste, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables. It comes together quickly and delivers the perfect balance of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Serve it with steamed jasmine rice for an easy and satisfying meal. Discover more flavorful recipes like green curry recipe right here.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Thai green curry paste
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 cup sliced bell pepper
  • 1 cup Thai eggplant or regular eggplant, cut into small pieces
  • ½ cup bamboo shoots, drained
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 fresh green chili, thinly sliced, optional
  • Steamed jasmine rice, for serving

Directions

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
  • Add the green curry paste and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  • Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat them thoroughly with the curry paste. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the fish sauce and brown sugar, then simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Add the bell pepper, eggplant, and bamboo shoots. Continue cooking for 4 to 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
  • Stir in the Thai basil leaves and lime juice.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional fish sauce, lime juice, or curry paste if needed.
  • Add sliced green chili for extra heat, if desired.
  • Serve the green curry hot over steamed jasmine rice.

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings