Chicken Thai Red Curry

Chicken Thai Red Curry

šŸ“ā€ÆServes: 4Ā 
šŸ”Ŗā€ÆPrep Time: 10 minsĀ 
šŸ”„ā€ÆCook Time: 25-30 minsĀ 
āš–ļøā€ÆNet Carbs: 5.5gĀ 
šŸ’Ŗ Protein: 31g per servingĀ 
āœ… No added sugar and no seed oils


Fragrant, comforting, and full of fresh herb brightness. Tender chicken in a silky red curry with lemongrass, lime leaves, and coconut milk-finished with Thai basil, coriander, and lime.Ā 


IngredientsĀ 

Curry

  • 4 boneless, skinless thighs
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 shallot, finely sliced
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 10g ginger, finely minced
  • 3 lime leaves
  • 1 lemongrass stalk, lightly smashed
  • 50g Thai red curry paste (Mae Ploy or similar)
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 150g chicken bone broth
  • 1 can coconut milkĀ 

To finishĀ 

  • Thai basil, chopped
  • Coriander, chopped
  • Lime juice
  • Fish sauce
  • Spring onion, thinly sliced

Let's Begin!

Step 1 - AromaticsĀ 

Warm coconut oil in a wide pan over low-medium heat. Gently sautĆ© the shallot until softened. Add garlic and ginger; cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.Ā 

Step 2 - PasteĀ 

Stir in the red curry paste and cook 1- 2 minutes, letting the oils release and the paste darken slightly.Ā 

Step 3 - Build and Simmer

Add diced tomato, bone broth, lemongrass, and lime leaves. Cover and simmer 5-7 minutes to reduce slightly. Pour in the coconut milk, add the chicken thighs, and simmer gently 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is glossy.Ā 

Step 4 - Balance and Herb Finish

Remove lemongrass and lime leaves. Turn off the heat, balance to taste with fish sauce. Fold in chopped Thai basil and coriander, reserving some for garnish.Ā 

Serve!

Ladle into warm bowls. Garnish with spring onion, the reserved herbs, and an extra squeeze of lime. Great with cauliflower rice/noodles or simply a side of steamed greens.Ā 


Chef’s Tip!Ā 

  • Keep the simmer gentle once the coconut milk is in - boiling can split the sauce.Ā 

  • If your paste is very spicy, start with 35-40g, then add more after tasting.Ā 

  • No tomato? Sub with a splash more bone broth and reduce a touch longer.

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