Red curry paste - nam prik gaeng ped

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½cupChopped Onions
8Cloves Garlic
10Dried Red Jalapeno Chilies
4Thin Slices Galangal
2tablespoonsChopped Lemon Grass
1tablespoonChopped Cilantro/Coriander Root Or Stems
½teaspoonCumin
1teaspoonShrimp Paste
1teaspoonSalt
3tablespoonsOil

Directions

Red and green curry pastes are the basis for most Thai curries.

~------------------------------------------------------ ~----------------- Combine all the ingredients except the oil in a blender and process until smooth.

Heat a small skillet on medium-high heat and add the oil. Slowly fry the curry paste for 5 minutes until it is fragrant. Remove and store in a jar for future use. Makes 2-½ cups.

From: Thailand The Beautiful Cookbook. Typed by Syd Bigger.

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