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Thai Yellow Curry Recipe Easy Creamy Ready in 30 Min


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

This easy Thai yellow curry is creamy, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes, featuring tender vegetables and protein in a rich coconut curry sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons yellow curry paste
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 pound chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, potatoes)
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the yellow curry paste and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  4. Add the chicken pieces and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the mixed vegetables, onion, and garlic; cook for another 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Season with fish sauce and brown sugar; adjust to taste.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu and use vegetable broth. Adjust spiciness by adding more curry paste if desired.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 30g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 25g