Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Thai Peanut Curry Recipe. This easy and quick dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy peanut sauce accompanied by colorful vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The delightful combination of coconut milk, red curry paste, and peanut butter creates a dish that rivals your favorite Thai restaurant’s offerings. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a comforting meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 2 chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 4 oz red curry paste
- 2 cans coconut milk
- 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp peanut butter
- Juice from 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and potatoes for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Add cubed chicken along with minced garlic and ground ginger. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for an additional couple of minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for about 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Mix in peanut butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, and lime juice. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with chopped peanuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg