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Thai Red Curry served and ready to eat
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Thai Red Curry

A rich, warming coconut curry with red chilli paste and tender vegetables — comforting and full of depth.

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10 minPrep
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20 minCook
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4Serves
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Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 400g mixed vegetables (pepper, bamboo, courgette)
  • 200g tofu, cubed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Lime leaves
  • Thai basil
  • Oil

Instructions

  1. Fry the paste in oil until fragrant.
  2. Add half the coconut milk and bubble for 3 minutes.
  3. Add the tofu and vegetables, then the rest of the coconut milk.
  4. Simmer 12 minutes.
  5. Season with soy and sugar; finish with basil.
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Tara’s tips

  • Fry the paste well to develop the flavour.
  • Add firmer vegetables first, softer ones later.

Serving suggestions

  • Serve with rice.

Storage & reheating

Keeps 3 days.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

Frequently asked questions

Add meat?

Chicken, beef or prawns all work well.

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