Thai green curry is the spiciest of Thai curries, made with green chili, lemongrass and galangal. With white fish from tropical waters it is a specialty of southern Thailand. The coconut milk softens the spiciness and creates a creamy and aromatic sauce.
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Thai Green Fish Curry
Thai green fish curry with coconut milk, lemongrass and basil.
- thailand
- MAIN COURSES
- Light
- High protein
- easy
15 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 350 kcal
- Protein 28 g
- Fiber 3 g
- Carbohydrates 12 g
- Fat 22 g
- Sodium 740 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Thai Green Fish Curry is a Thai preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 35 minutes in total (15 for mise en place and preparation, 20 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 600 g white fish fillets, cut into pieces.
- Have ready: 400 ml of coconut milk.
- Have ready: 3 tablespoons of Thai green curry paste.
- Have ready: 100 g Thai eggplants, cut into pieces.
- Have ready: 100 g of green beans.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Heat oil in wok; fry green curry paste 1 minute until…
Heat oil in wok; Fry green curry paste for 1 minute until aromas are released.
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Add lemongrass
Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and half of the coconut milk; boil gently for 3 minutes.
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Add eggplants and green beans; cook 5 minutes
Add eggplants and green beans; cook 5 minutes.
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Add fish and the rest of the coconut milk; cook covered 8 minutes
Add fish and the rest of the coconut milk; cook covered for 8 minutes.
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Season with nam pla and palm sugar; balance spicy
Season with nam pla and palm sugar; balance spicy, sweet and salty.
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Serve with jasmine rice
Serve with jasmine rice, Thai basil and lime wedges.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with seasonal white fish instead of the main fish.
- Version with whole wheat pasta or brown rice for greater fiber content.
- Vegan dairy-free version using plant-based cheese or cream alternatives.
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