Unleash the Flavor: Authentic Thai Red Curry Paste Recipe!

Ever wondered what’s in red curry paste? I got this recipe a long time ago from a friend. He suggested that making red curry paste is better than buying it from a store — he was right! When making curry, be sure to experiment with the ingredient amounts to find what works best for you. Just be sure you don’t omit any ingredients! For a milder version, remove and discard the chile pepper seeds.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
1 cup

Ingredients

  • 5dried red chile peppers, or to taste

  • 2mediumonions, cut into chunks

  • 2tablespoonschopped fresh cilantro

  • 1tablespoonvegetable oil, or more as needed

  • 1tablespoonchopped garlic

  • 1tablespoonground coriander

  • 2teaspoonslemon zest

  • 2teaspoonsground cumin

  • 2teaspoonsshrimp paste

  • 2teaspoonspaprika

  • 1teaspoonwhole black peppercorns

  • 1teaspoonlemon grass powder

  • 1teaspoonground turmeric

  • 1teaspoonsalt

Cooking Directions

  1. Blend chile peppers, onions, cilantro, oil, garlic, coriander, lemon zest, cumin, shrimp paste, paprika, peppercorns, lemon grass, turmeric, and salt in a blender until a smooth, paste-like consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe16
Calories19
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
1g
1%
Saturated Fat
0g
1%
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
124mg
5%
Total Carbohydrate
2g
1%
Dietary Fiber
1g
3%
Protein
1g
Vitamin C
2mg
10%
Calcium
12mg
1%
Iron
0mg
2%
Potassium
43mg
1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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