Thai Red Curry with Geoduck

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 geoduck, cleaned and sliced (approx. 500g)
• 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
• 1 can coconut milk, full-fat
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed
• 1 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar, grated
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 4 cups cooked jasmine rice, for serving

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. 2.Add the sliced geoduck and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. 3.In the same pan, add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, green beans, and bamboo shoots. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. 4.Add the Thai red curry paste to the pan and stir-fry for 1 minute to release its flavors.
5. 5.Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine with the curry paste.
6. 6.Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. 7.Add the cooked geoduck back to the pan and stir in the fish sauce, palm sugar, and lime juice. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
8. 8.Remove from heat and stir in the torn basil leaves.
9. 9.Serve the Thai Red Curry with Geoduck over steamed jasmine rice.
10. 10.Enjoy the explosion of flavors in every bite!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf you can't find geoduck, you can substitute it with other seafood like shrimp or squid.
• chevron_rightFeel free to adjust the spiciness of the curry by adding more or less Thai red curry paste.
• chevron_rightGarnish the dish with fresh cilantro and sliced red chili for an extra kick of flavor and color.