Thai Green Curry Paste
Get ready to make the easiest Thai Green Curry Paste you'll ever create! Once you try this homemade version, you'll never reach for store-bought again. It's packed with bright, vibrant flavors and is perfect for freezing.
Servings: 4
Calories: 42
Ingredients
- 6-8 Thai green chilis coarsely chopped
- 2 shallots coarsely chopped
- 2 lemongrass stems trimmed and finely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic coarsely chopped
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
- 4 teaspoons lime zest
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro stems
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves loosely packed
- 4 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender.
- Blend until you have a fine paste.
- Use the sauce to make Thai Green Curry.
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Notes
- Use the paste immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- You can also freeze the paste for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 465mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg