Thai Green Curry And Rice Recipe

May 05, 2023 Post a Comment

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Thai Green Curry Rice (Vegan + GF) Rhian's Recipes from www.rhiansrecipes.com

Description

Thai green curry is a popular dish that originated from Thailand. It is a delicious combination of spicy, sweet, and creamy flavors that will surely satisfy your taste buds. This curry is usually made with chicken, but it can also be made with beef, pork, or seafood. The curry is served with steamed rice, which balances out the spiciness of the curry.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this dish is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cooking time for this dish is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

For the curry:

1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
1 can (14 oz.) coconut milk
1 tbsp. green curry paste
1 tbsp. fish sauce
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
1 cup fresh basil leaves

For the rice:

1 cup jasmine rice
2 cups water

Equipment

Large saucepan
Large frying pan
Measuring cups and spoons
Cutting board and knife

Method

1. Rinse the jasmine rice in a fine mesh strainer and add it to a large saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. 2. In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. 3. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the pan and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, green curry paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar until well combined. 5. Pour the curry mixture over the chicken and vegetables and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened. 6. Remove the curry from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves. 7. Serve the curry with the steamed jasmine rice.

Notes

If you prefer a spicier curry, you can add more green curry paste to the recipe. You can also adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the curry by adding more or less brown sugar and fish sauce, respectively.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 4 servings. Each serving contains:

Calories: 480
Protein: 29g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fat: 18g
Sodium: 580mg

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe vegetarian or vegan, you can substitute the chicken with tofu or vegetables such as eggplant, zucchini, or mushrooms. You can also use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make the recipe vegan. To make the rice more flavorful, you can add a pinch of salt or a few slices of ginger to the water before cooking. You can also use coconut milk instead of water to make coconut rice, which pairs well with the green curry.