GREEN CURRY PASTE

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Combined with coconut milk, it's the base for your next Thai curry.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Condiment     Lemongrass     Chile Pepper     Garlic     Ginger     Coriander     Cumin

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lemongrass stalks, tough outer layers removed
8 ounces serrano chiles (12-15), seeds removed
1 large shallot, chopped
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 (3-inch) piece ginger, peeled, thinly sliced
1 (2-inch) piece turmeric, peeled, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried turmeric
1 makrut lime leaf, very finely chopped (optional)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Finely grate bottom third of lemongrass into a blender or food processor; discard remaining lemongrass (or save for making stock). Add chiles, shallot, garlic, ginger, turmeric, makrut lime leaf (if using), coriander, cumin, salt, and sugar; blend or process until smooth.
  • Do Ahead
  • Curry paste can be made 3 months ahead. Portion into small plastic bags or airtight containers and freeze.

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