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    Home » Recipes » Sauces & Preparations

    How to Make Thai Green Curry Paste

    Updated: Aug 21, 2024 by Gustavo De Obaldia and Natasha Gomez Akel

    Written by Gustavo De Obaldia and Natasha Gomez Akel

    You can find Thai Green Curry Paste in ethnic shops and even on Amazon, but nothing beats this freshly made curry paste as it has quality ingredients and is cost-friendly.

    Not only does this keep well and can be easily added to your favorite curries and stews, but you could consider mixing 1 teaspoon into a black bean burger patty for instance, giving it a slightly spicier, Asian twist!

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    Thai Green Curry is a classic and one of our favorite meals. We make either Green, Red, Yellow, or Massaman Thai Curries at least once a week.

    If you have ever tried making it at home, you likely have used store-bought paste, as I did for years! But have you ever considered making it from scratch?

    The result truly pays off, as the aromas you get while making it have nothing to do with the ones you get from store-bought.

    That's always the case with homemade sauces and preparations.

    Jump to:
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🫙 Storage
    • 🍛  How to use curry paste
    • ❓ FAQ
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Reviews and Comments

    🧾 Ingredients

    You need a variety of ingredients easily found in ethnic shops: some dry and some fresh.

    Thai Green Curry Paste Ingredients

    An essential ingredient for this green chili paste is the Galangal root, also called Thai Ginger. I thought getting it was hard until I asked for it in China Town.

    It has a unique aroma that I had never felt before and is hard to find in store-bought curry.

    If you can’t find it, don’t worry; try regular Ginger, and you will get a delicious Thai Kitchen Green Curry Paste recipe as well, but I am sure that you will be able to find Galangal if you live in a city with a decently sourced China Town.

    🔪 Instructions

    Grind the dry spices separately in a coffee grinder, immersion blender, or mortar and pestle to ensure they are fine.

    Then add the rest of the ingredients and blend until you have a thick and smooth paste.

    Hint: If using a jug blender, you will need to add a little liquid to get it to blend; if you use the curry paste right away, you can add some of the coconut milk from the recipe.

    🫙 Storage

    If you want to make a whole bunch, it will freeze well but don't try grinding the ingredients using a mortar and pestle because it'll take you long. So, I'd opt for either an immersion blender or a food processor for big batches.

    🍛  How to use curry paste

    Green Thai Curry

    Now that you have made your Homemade Curry, you should be super proud! You are ready to use it in a magnificent dish! See below how to make:

    The perfect Veggie Thai Green Curry, including tips, replacements, and of course, don't forget to pair it with aromatic Jasmine Rice. If you like to add some extra protein, I recommend this simple Crispy Tofu Recipe.

    ❓ FAQ

    What does curry taste like?

    Well, that depends on the type of curry. But curries generally have a complex flavor profile that combines sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. They're often made with different combinations of spices (such as cumin, turmeric, coriander, and chili pepper), herbs (such as ginger and mint), and aromatics (such as onion and garlic).
    So there's really no one answer to this question! Each person's taste buds will experience curry differently.

    Can you freeze curry paste?

    You can freeze curry paste, and it will still taste good. Actually, curry paste often tastes even better after being frozen. The reason for this is that the spices in curry paste tend to mellow out and become more blended together after being frozen.
    So, freezing your curry paste could be a good option if you're looking for a more mellow curry flavor. Just be sure to thaw it out completely before use.

    If you try this vegan Thai green curry paste recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don't forget to tag a photo #ourplantbasedworld on Instagram. Cheers!

    📋 Recipe

    Thai Green Curry Paste

    How to Make Thai Green Curry Paste

    Author: Gustavo De Obaldia and Natasha Gomez Akel
    You can find Green Thai Curry Paste in ethnic shops and even in amazon, but nothing beats a freshly made curry paste. It keeps well and can be easily added to your favorite curries.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Basics & Preparations, Sauces & Dressings
    Cuisine Asian-Inspired, Thai-Inspired
    Servings 6 Servings
    Calories 26 kcal

    Equipment

    my favorite immersion blender cuisine art brand.
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    stainless measuring spoons.
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    small mason jars.
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    Ingredients
     
     

    Dry ingredients:

    • 2 teaspoon coriander seeds
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • ½ teaspoon white peppercorns
    • 1 miso powder organic, paste or powder. If using miso paste, add it with the moist ingredients

    Optional:

    • 1 teaspoon sea salt not necessary, as you can adjust salt when cooking your curry

    Other ingredients:

    • 3 green large chilies or 15 Thai chilies
    • 15 Thai basil leaves or regular basil, julienned
    • 3 tablespoons lemongrass thinly sliced, bottom part only
    • 1 tablespoon galangal finely chopped
    • 2 teaspoon lime zest
    • 2 teaspoon cilantro roots finely chopped
    • 4 tablespoons shallots finely chopped
    • 5 garlic cloves finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or organic palm sugar
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    Directions
     

    • Grind the dry spices separately in a coffee grinder, immersion blender or mortar and pestle to make sure they are fine.
    • Then add the rest of the ingredients and blend until you have a thick and smooth paste.
    • If using a jug blender, you will need to add a little liquid to get it to blend, so if you're making green curry, if you are using the curry paste right away, you can add some of the coconut milk from the recipe.

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    Notes

    If you are making a big batch to freeze, a good, powerful food processor will work well. Also, I recommend using a powerful immersion blender which does a good job even for smaller amounts.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 26kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 77mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
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    As the lead content writer and recipe developer at Our Plant-Based World, he combines his passion for health and sustainability with a Plant-Based Nutrition Certification to create accessible, delicious vegan recipes. His expertise in plant-based cooking supports the blog's mission of fostering a healthier, environmentally conscious lifestyle through simple and seasonal dishes. His commitment to making vegan cooking enjoyable and inclusive for everyone shines in each recipe and article.

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    1. Erika

      October 19, 2021 at 8:22 pm

      5 stars
      I love the flavors in this curry paste. So simple and delicious!

      Reply
    2. Heather Johnson

      October 19, 2021 at 8:12 pm

      5 stars
      i'm heading the asian market today - and looking for those ingredients - i had green thai curry last week and i need to make it for myself - thanks for the help!

      Reply
    3. Andrea

      October 19, 2021 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      I never thought to make my own curry paste. With these directions I feel I can do this any time I'm in the mood for a green curry dish.

      Reply
    4. Sharon

      October 19, 2021 at 7:47 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe makes it so easy to have Thai curry paste on hand for when the craving strikes. Delicious!

      Reply
    5. Angela

      October 19, 2021 at 7:42 pm

      5 stars
      I love green curry but have never made it myself before. Thank you for the great recipe!

      Reply
      • Gus

        October 19, 2021 at 7:47 pm

        you are welcome Angela! I am sure you are going to enjoy it very much! It is much better than store-bought!

        Reply

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