published Aug 24, 2022, updated Sep 11, 2024 What do all good curries start with? Quality curry paste of course! There are 3 different types of Thai curry paste out there: red, yellow, and green. I’ve already shared my recipes for the first 2 (click on the links to learn more), and now it’s time to round out my curry paste collection with Thai green curry paste recipe. This green curry paste recipe is made with green chilis, Bird’s Eye chilis, lemongrass, kaffir lime rinds, and a handful of other spices and seasonings. Don’t let the ingredient list intimidate you — you should be able to find them at your local Asian specialty foods store or you can purchase them online!
Ways to use Curry Paste
You can use this green condiment in curry recipes, or you can use it on vegetables, and eggs, as a base for soups and stews, or even in salad dressings. It’s a pop of flavor and color that will make a world of difference in whatever you add it to! Here are some of my favorite recipes that you can add green curry paste recipe to:
Thai lemongrass chicken in coconut milk Create a dressing for Thai mango salad Gai yang chicken (Thai BBQ) marinade Add a bit to the peanut sauce on this sweet and spicy pizza
Green Chilis – You can use Serrano or green cayenne chilis here, whichever you can find — and prefer. Bird’s Eye Chili – Peppery and fruity at the same time, Bird’s Eye chilis are spicy and intense. Lemongrass Stick – Contrary to popular belief, lemongrass doesn’t necessarily taste exactly like lemons. It’s citrusy, but also boasts a menthol flavor. The combination is lovely! Shallot – Shallots are a bit milder than onions and have an almost sweet flavor to them. Garlic – One of the basic ingredients found in all types of curry pastes. You’ll need it for your green version too! Kaffir Lime Rinds – This type of lime is native to Asia and have a slightly different flavor than more commonly found varieties. They have barely any juice, which is why you need to use the rind. If you can’t find, then use lime zest. Galangal – Often compared to ginger, this root tastes like citrus and pine. Turmeric Root – Earthy, bitter, and a bit peppery, this ingredient brings a lot to this green curry paste recipe. Shrimp Paste – As you may have guessed, shrimp paste tastes like shrimp. It’s also quite salty, which is why you don’t need any added salt in this recipe. Water – You’ll need water to hold all of the ingredients together to create a paste!
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