🌿 Homemade Green Curry Paste

Prep Time: 15 mins
Makes: ~½ cup (enough for 4 servings)

🧄 Ingredients:

• 4–6 green chilies (adjust to heat preference), chopped
• 1 shallot or small onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger or galangal, peeled and chopped
• 1 stalk lemongrass (tender inner part only), chopped
• Zest of 1 lime or 1 kaffir lime leaf
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp white pepper
• Small handful fresh coriander (with stems)
• A few fresh basil leaves (optional)
• 1–2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp soy sauce or fish sauce (for umami)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil or coconut oil
• Salt to taste

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🥣 Instructions:

1. Prepare ingredients: Roughly chop all fresh ingredients for easier blending.
2. Blend: Add everything to a food processor or blender. Blend until it forms a thick, smooth paste. Scrape down sides as needed.
   • If too dry, add a splash of water or more oil.
3. Taste and adjust: Add more lime juice, salt, or chilies as needed.
4. Use or store: Use immediately, or store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

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🥘 Use It In:

• Thai Green Curry (with chicken, tofu, or vegetables)
• Marinades
• Stir-fries
• Soups