Sophie's super easy Thai red curry Recipe

Name: Sophie's super easy Thai red curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chopped, cooked chicken breasts; 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped; 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fish sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp brown sugar; 400 ml can coconut milk; 4 dried kaffir lime leaves; 25 grams chopped coriander; 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste; 100 grams bamboo shoots; 100 grams water chestnuts; 1/2 tbsp soy sauce

Servings: persons

2 chopped, cooked chicken breasts
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp brown sugar
400 ml can coconut milk
4 dried kaffir lime leaves
25 grams chopped coriander
1 tbsp Thai red curry paste
100 grams bamboo shoots
100 grams water chestnuts
1/2 tbsp soy sauce

1
Pour a little oil in the bottom of a saucepan and add your chopped onions.
2
Gently heat until they begin to soften.
3
Add your Thai red curry paste and continue heating for approximately 1 minute.
4
Add your chicken and mix to coat your chicken.
5
Pour in your coconut milk, and then add the rest of your ingredients.
6
Heat to boiling, then reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes.
7
Keep stirring throughout, and when the time is up, serve and enjoy!
8
Remove your lime leaves (or use them as garnish).
9
Don't leave them mixed in though, I don't find them great to munch on!

188

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chopped, cooked chicken breasts, 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped, 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and more.

Yes, Sophie's super easy Thai red curry falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sophie's super easy Thai red curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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