Green Curry Paste

Ingredients for Green Curry Paste

• 2 lemongrass stalks, tough outer layers removed

• 230g serrano chillies (12–15), seeds removed

• 1 large shallot, chopped

• 4 garlic cloves, peeled

• 1 (3-inch) piece ginger, peeled, thinly sliced

• 1 (2-inch) piece turmeric, peeled, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried turmeric

• 1 kaffir lime leaf, very finely chopped (optional)

• 1 teaspoon ground coriander

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 teaspoon sugar

Finely grate bottom third of lemongrass into a blender or food processor; discard remaining lemongrass (or save for making stock). Add chillies, shallot, garlic, ginger, turmeric, kaffir lime leaf (if using), coriander, cumin, salt, and sugar; blend or process until smooth.

Curry paste can be made 3 months ahead. Portion into small plastic bags or airtight containers and freeze.

Disclaimer

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