How to Make Thai Curry

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A hit of Asian fish sauce adds a sweet-salty bite to this fragrant and spicy Thai green curry.

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The Mission: DIY Thai Curry

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Forget take-out! Make your own homemade Thai curry with these simple steps.

5 Essential Thai Ingredients

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Prepare all of the ingredients for the curry paste.

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Combine all of the curry paste ingredients in a food processor and pulse to a paste.

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In a large, heavy casserole, heat the peanut oil. Add half of the chicken and cook over high heat until browned all over. Transfer the chicken to a plate. Repeat with the remaining chicken.

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Add the mushrooms to the casserole.

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Cook over moderately high heat until softened and just beginning to brown.

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Add the coconut milk, stock, lime leaves, peppercorns, 2 tablespoons of the fish sauce, 1/2 cup of the cilantro, 1/4 cup of the basil and a heaping 1/4 cup of the curry paste.