How to Make Thai Curry
The Mission: DIY Thai Curry
Forget take-out! Make your own homemade Thai curry with these simple steps.
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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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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.
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Bring to a boil and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the casserole.
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Just before serving, add the remaining fish sauce, cilantro and basil.
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Serve the chicken curry in deep bowls, with rice and lime wedges.