Thai cuisine has a large number of influences from countries like China, India, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia and Burma. The result is a cuisine which boasts an enticing combination of flavours, aromas and textures. The cooking often uses lots of fresh herbs and spices which create healthy and delicious dishes.
Curries from South Thailand are named by the type of chilli used in the paste. Our Thai Green Curry Pack uses a traditional paste containing green chillies, lemongrass, garlic, shrimp paste, and a selection of spices. We mix this paste with a few other key spices and ingredients to give a balance of flavour.
It is great for chicken, as well as seafood like prawns. If you fancy trying something a little different with our mix, try our recipe for Mussels in a Thai Green Broth, The coconut milk used in the Thai Green Curry adds a rich sweetness to the dish; for a more pungent flavour and less sauce, you could try reducing the amount of coconut milk used.
- Be warned – this will also result in a slightly hotter dish, as the coconut milk mellows the chilli heat.
- Thai curries are best served with rice because it has a fairly neutral flavour that allows you to fully appreciate the complex taste of the curries.
- The rice also works as the perfect sponge to soak up the Thai curry sauce, which is often a thinner consistency than other curries.
A curry like this only needs a few simple accompaniments to help enhance both the flavour and eating experience, adding texture or a pallet-cleansing freshness. Traditional garnishes include fresh coriander, basil and mint. Some additional ingredients to serve alongside your Thai curry include:
Sliced bananasSalted fried onionsSliced eggsPeanutsSpring onionsCucumberPineapple
We have also put together this simple Thai Cucumber Salad, which has sweet and sour notes along with a little heat to contrast the cucumber’s refreshing coolness.
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What to serve with Thai curry?
16. Easy garlic lemon sugar snap peas – Who doesn’t love a good snap pea? They are such a versatile vegetable and can be served in many ways. Snap peas have a slight sweetness and freshness that is great to balance out the savory flavors of the green curry. They also have a good amount of fiber and vitamin C, making them the perfect healthy side dish for Thai curry.
What vegetables go well with green curry?
10. Bamboo shoots – 
Bamboo shoots are a great addition to any recipe and they add texture and flavor to any dish. You can add them to everything from soups to stir fry dishes and they are already cut up so they are ready to use as soon as you buy them from the store. They blend well with the spices of green curry and add a nice crunchy texture to the dish too.
What are the best sides to serve at a Thai dinner?
7. Thai Sweet Potato Curry – One of my favorite sides to serve at a Thai dinner is sweet potato curry. It is so flavorful and full of wonderful spices that are bursting with flavor. You can serve this curry alongside any of your dishes, and it is great with green curry, yellow curry, red curry, or curries made with different fish and seafood.
What does Thai green curry with cucumbers taste like?
27. Thai Cucumber Salad with Peanuts – Thai green curry is a classic dish with its flavors of ginger and lemongrass. The dish comes together in such a way that it does not need much embellishment or additional flavors. That being said, if you are looking to make it really pop, then cucumber salad is an easy option to try.
What vegetables to use in a Thai green curry?
- Vegetables: Feel free to add other veggies,such as cauliflower,bamboo shoots,mushrooms,bok choy,potatoes,sweet potatoes,carrots,squash,etc.
- Protein: Edamame are high in protein and a great plant-based protein source!
- Spices: Feel free to try other spices or use store-bought green curry paste.
What vegetables are in a Thai green curry?
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 pound chicken thighs,cut into pieces
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 cloves garlic,roughly chopped
- 1 medium shallot,diced (or use ¼ cup of diced yellow onion)
- ½ tbsp minced ginger
- 1 small red bell pepper,thinly sliced
- 2 carrots,thinly sliced
- 2 – 4 tbsp green curry paste
- 1 kaffir lime leaf (optional)
What wine to drink with Thai green curry?
Thai green curry should be paired with red wine, however, using aromatics such as shallots, galangal and kaffir lime leaves. The sweetness brought about by these ingredients complements the red wine well, and the taste is distinct.
Which is hotter, Thai red curry or Thai green curry?
While the dish’s spiciness can vary based on the chef, typically, red curry is hotter than green. Red curry tends to be more versatile, while green is more unique in its flavors. This curry gets its distinct color from its ingredients. You’ll taste basil, and coriander.
