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Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice Recipe

Thai · Non Vegeterian · 40 min · 4 servings

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40 mins
~₹120 /serving

Key Ingredients

  • 5 stalks lemongrass
  • 5 green chillies - fresh green thai bird chilies
  • 1/4 cup coriander (dhania) leaves - chopped
  • 3 sprig basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon coriander (dhania) seeds - whole roasted
  • + 18 more ingredients — see full list below ↓
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How to Make Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice Recipe at Home

Ingredients (23 items)

  • stalks lemongrass5
  • green chillies - fresh green thai bird chilies5
  • coriander (dhania) leaves - chopped1/4 cup
  • sprig basil leaves3
  • coriander (dhania) seeds - whole roasted1 tablespoon
  • cumin seeds (jeera) - roasted1 teaspoon
  • whole black peppercorns5
  • onion - roughly chopped or /4 freshly chopped spring onions1 cup
  • cloves garlic3
  • inch ginger1
  • salt - to taste
  • chicken breasts - cut into bite sized pieces300 grams
  • inch ginger - sliced2
  • button mushrooms - quartered8
  • carrots (gajjar) - thinly sliced2
  • coconut milk - unsweetened400 ml
  • tablespoons thai green curry paste3
  • lukewarm water - or vegetable stock1 cup
  • brown sugar (demerara sugar)1 tablespoon
  • sprig basil leaves - or kaffir lime leaves1
  • salt -
  • sunflower oil1 teaspoon
  • red matta rice1 cup
Prep Time5 min
Cook Time35 min
Total Time40 min
Servings4
CourseLunch
CuisineThai
DietNon Vegeterian
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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    To begin making the Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice RecipeMethod for Thai Green Curry PasteTo prepare the lemongrass, we will first have to trim away and discard any root section below the bulb base

  2. 2

    We will also now remove the dried part of the root until we reach a stage we know that the root cuts easily and is tender

  3. 3

    We don't use the leaf part of the lemon grass for the curry paste, you can use it for flavoring a tea or a soup

  4. 4

    Continue the same procedure for the remaining lemon grass stalks

  5. 5

    Add all the ingredients for the paste into a blender and a little bit of water

  6. 6

    Cover the blender and grind the mixture

  7. 7

    After a few seconds of grinding, open the blender and stir to combine the ingredients and if required add a little more water to grind into a smooth paste

  8. 8

    Transfer the Thai curry paste and store it in a glass jar

  9. 9

    You only need to use 3 tablespoons of the paste for a single recipe of Thai curry

  10. 10

    So with this paste you will be able to make Thai curry at least 3 times over

  11. 11

    Method to make the Thai Green CurryNext we will proceed to make the Thai Curry with this paste

  12. 12

    Heat a teaspoon of oil in a heavy wok

  13. 13

    Add in chopped ginger and vegetables

  14. 14

    Add in some salt and stir fry the vegetables on high heat until lightly tender

  15. 15

    Once tender turn off the heat and keep aside

  16. 16

    Add a teaspoon of oil into the hot wok, next add in 2 to 3 tablespoons of the thai curry paste and saute for a few seconds in the oil

  17. 17

    Next add in a cup of water and stir to combine into the curry

  18. 18

    Next we will add in a tablespoon of brown sugar and finally 400 ml of the coconut milk

  19. 19

    Stir to combine all the ingredients

  20. 20

    Once combined, add in the salt, stir and allow the mixture to come to a thicken a little and come to a boilOnce the mixture comes to a boil, add in some torn basil leaves and the stir fried vegetable, Drop in the chicken pieces

  21. 21

    Stir the mixture, give it a light boil for about 20 minutes until the chicken is tenderly cooked and the thai curry is ready to be served

  22. 22

    To cook the red rice, wash the red rice and place it in a cooker with 2 1/2 cups of water and cook for about 4 whistle

  23. 23

    Allow the pressure to release by itself

  24. 24

    Place a cup of Steamed Red Rice in a serving bowl

  25. 25

    Pour the freshly cooked hot thai chicken curry on top of the rice until the rice soaks well into the curry and there is enough gravy to soup out and serve immediately to get the best flavors

  26. 26

    Serve the Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice Recipe as a one dish meal for your Sunday lunch along with a glass of Mango Iced Tea Recipe or Chamomile Tea Recipe

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Frequently Asked Questions about Green Curry

What is Green Curry?+
Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice Recipe is a non vegeterian Thai lunch dish made with stalks lemongrass, green chillies - fresh green thai bird chilies, coriander (dhania) leaves - chopped, sprig basil leaves, and more. It takes about 40 min to prepare and serves 4.
How long does it take to cook Green Curry?+
Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice Recipe takes 40 min in total — 5 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking. If you prefer not to cook, you can order it via Zomato or Swiggy in about 30–45 minutes.
What ingredients do I need for Green Curry?+
Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice Recipe requires 23 ingredients including stalks lemongrass, green chillies - fresh green thai bird chilies, coriander (dhania) leaves - chopped, sprig basil leaves, coriander (dhania) seeds - whole roasted, and 18 more. The full ingredient list with quantities is on this page.
Is Green Curry easy to make at home?+
Yes! Thai Green Curry with Chicken & Red Rice Recipe can be made at home in 40 min following the 26 steps on this page. The full recipe with exact quantities and step-by-step instructions is available above and on the What2Eat recipe page.
Can I order Green Curry online?+
Yes! You can order Green Curry from Zomato or Swiggy. Search for "Green Curry" on either app to find restaurants near you. Delivery typically takes 30–45 minutes depending on your location.