Gang ba curry paste

1 cup

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
13eachesDried red chili peppers, soaked, seeded & chopped
2tablespoonsShallots -=OR=- red onion
1tablespoonGarlic, chopped
1tablespoonGalanga
3tablespoonsKaffir
1tablespoonLemon rind, grated
tablespoonLemon grass, chopped
1teaspoonGinger, chopped

Directions

Soak all dried ingredients until sufficiently soft.

Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor & blend to form a smooth paste. It may be necessary to add a few drops of water to make the paste smooth.

Puangkram C. Schmitz & Michael J. Worman, "Practical Thai Cooking" From: Mark Satterly Date: 09-17-94