How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste ?

You need 1 ingredient. The key ingredients include: ["1 tsp. black peppercorns", "1 tsp. coriander seeds", "2 lemongrass stalks, trimmed, tough outer layers removed, thinly sliced crosswise", "3 Tbsp. finely chopped peeled galangal", "3/4 cup dried Thai chiles, torn or chopped into small pieces", "2 small Asian shallots or 1 medium shallot, coarsely chopped", "8 garlic cloves", "5 cilantro roots or 3 Tbsp. thinly sliced thick cilantro stems", "1 (1"") piece dried kaffir lime zest or 2 very thinly sliced kaffir lime leaves (optional)", "1 tsp. (or more) shrimp paste, preferably Thai", "A large mortar and pestle"].

Is Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste suitable as seafood?

Yes, Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste ?

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

Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste Recipe

Name: Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ["1 tsp. black peppercorns", "1 tsp. coriander seeds", "2 lemongrass stalks, trimmed, tough outer layers removed, thinly sliced crosswise", "3 Tbsp. finely chopped peeled galangal", "3/4 cup dried …

Try this homemade Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste recipe the whole family will love. Made with black peppercorns, coriander seeds, lemongrass stalks and pee…

This Ugly Baby’S Red Curry Paste is built around simple, easy-to-find ingredients. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

["1 tsp. black peppercorns", "1 tsp. coriander seeds", "2 lemongrass stalks, trimmed, tough outer layers removed, thinly sliced crosswise", "3 Tbsp. finely chopped peeled galangal", "3/4 cup dried Thai chiles, torn or chopped into small pieces", "2 small Asian shallots or 1 medium shallot, coarsely chopped", "8 garlic cloves", "5 cilantro roots or 3 Tbsp. thinly sliced thick cilantro stems", "1 (1"") piece dried kaffir lime zest or 2 very thinly sliced kaffir lime leaves (optional)", "1 tsp. (or more) shrimp paste, preferably Thai", "A large mortar and pestle"]

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