Green Curry with Beef Recipe -Thai Special

Green Curry with Beef is a rich and aromatic Thai dish featuring tender beef slices simmered in a fragrant green curry sauce made with coconut milk, Thai herbs, and spices. Balanced with the heat of green curry paste, the creaminess of coconut milk, and the freshness of basil, it’s a flavorful and comforting meal best enjoyed with steamed jasmine rice. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is perfect for those who love bold and authentic Thai flavors.
- Prep Time5 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time20 min
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Green Curry with Beef Recipe Ingredients:
- 400g beef (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp green curry paste
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 kaffir lime leaves (torn)
- 1 cup Thai eggplants (halved) or zucchini (sliced)
- ½ cup bamboo shoots (optional)
- 1 red chili (sliced, for garnish)
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Saute the Curry Paste:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add green curry paste and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Cook the Beef:
Add sliced beef and stir-fry until browned.
Simmer the Curry:
Pour in half of the coconut milk and stir well.
Add beef broth, lime leaves, and the rest of the coconut milk.
Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Add Vegetables:
Add Thai eggplants and bamboo shoots.
Cook until vegetables are tender (about 5 minutes).
Season and Finish:
Stir in fish sauce, sugar, and red chili.
Add fresh basil leaves and turn off the heat.
Serve:
Enjoy with steamed jasmine rice!
Recipe Notes:
Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less curry paste.
Swap beef for chicken, shrimp, or tofu if preferred.
Use zucchini or bell peppers if Thai eggplants are unavailable.
For extra creaminess, use more coconut milk.