Thai Red Curry Recipe With Vegetables (2024)

Published: August 31, 2021 by Sangeetha Vel | Updated: December 16, 2023 Leave a Comment

Jump to Recipe

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai Red Curry, a sumptuous, vegan-friendly side dish celebrated globally. This delightful curry blends an array of fresh vegetables with aromatic Thai red curry paste and creamy coconut milk, crowned with basil leaves. Ideal for any meal, it pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or other grains, offering a versatile canvas for various proteins like tofu or chicken.

Thai Red Curry Recipe With Vegetables (1)

Jump to:

Ingredients and Substitutions Overview
How to Make Thai Red Curry?
Thai Red Curry With Vegetables
Recipe Video
Chef's Notes and Tips
Nutrition Info
Serving Suggestions
Storage Suggestions

Effortlessly prepared in under 30 minutes, this Thai Red Curry recipe is a delightful dance of mild spice and rich textures. Whether you savor it in its original vegan form or customize it with your favorite additions such as lentils or seafood, it promises a culinary journey through the heart of Thai cuisine. Let's explore the essentials for crafting this delectable curry.

Discover More DeliciousThai Recipes:

Ingredients and Substitutions Overview

For preparing this Thai Red Curry, you can easily find the necessary ingredients at a nearby Asian grocery store. In case any item is unavailable, online stores offer a convenient option for obtaining these specialized ingredients.

Thai Red Curry Recipe With Vegetables (2)

Vegetables: The mix of bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots lays the foundation. You can also toss in pumpkin, broccoli, or squash for extra flair.
Red Curry Paste: It's the heart of the dish, bringing that authentic taste. You can perk up a store-bought paste with a few tricks I'll share.
Coconut Milk: This is what gives your curry its creamy, dreamy texture and rich flavor.
Basil Leaves: They add a burst of freshness and aroma to your curry.
Soy Sauce and Palm Sugar: I've used a vegan-friendly soy sauce, but feel free to choose your preferred type. Traditional recipes might use shrimp paste or fish oil.

How to Make Thai Red Curry?

Dive into the culinary art of making Thai Red Curry with our step-by-step guide, accompanied by helpful photos and a video. Follow along as we transform simple ingredients into a flavorsome, vegan-friendly masterpiece.

Thai Red Curry Recipe With Vegetables (3)

Explore a World ofCurry Dishes:

Thai Red Curry With Vegetables

Savor the richness of Thai Red Curry, a mildly spicy and flavorful vegan-friendly dish. Packed with vegetables simmered in authentic red curry sauce and coconut milk, it's perfect with rice for lunch or dinner.

5 from 1 vote

Ingredients

▢ 1 ½ cup Coconut Milk, unsweetened
▢ 3 tbsp Red Curry Paste
▢ ¼ cup Red Bell Pepper
▢ ¼ cup Green Bell Pepper
▢ ¼ cup Yellow Bell Pepper
▢ ¼ cup Carrot
▢ ¼ cup Zucchini
▢ 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
▢ 1 tsp Brown, or palm sugar
▢ ¼ cup Thai Basil Leaves
▢ Salt, as needed
▢ 1 cup Water

Instructions

To Prepare Thai Red Curry

Start by pouring ½ cup of coconut milk into a wok. Keep stirring until it begins to separate and release oil.
Add the red curry paste. Sauté it for 2 to 3 minutes until it becomes aromatic.
Toss in red, green, and yellow bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini. Sprinkle some salt and stir everything together.
Next, pour in another cup of coconut milk and a cup of water. Give everything a good stir.
Now, add a dash of soy sauce and a sprinkle of palm or brown sugar. Mix it all in.
Let the veggies simmer in the coconut milk mixture for about 7 to 10 minutes.
Turn down the heat and let the curry cook gently for 3 to 5 more minutes. Near the end, add in the Thai Basil leaves and stir.
There you have it, your flavorful Thai Red Curry with vegetables is ready to enjoy!

To Serve

Enjoy this delightful Thai Red Curry alongside white rice or your preferred variety of rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Recipe Video

Chef's Notes and Tips

Elevate your Thai Red Curry with these essential tips and creative variations:

Maximizing Flavor and Authenticity:

Best Flavor: For the most authentic taste, use homemade Thai red curry paste and sauté it in coconut milk.
Veggie Options: While bell peppers and zucchini are my go-to's, feel free to experiment with squash, broccoli, pumpkin, or lentils for a nutritious twist.
Store-Bought Curry Paste: If you're using store-bought paste, which tends to be milder, sauté onions, ginger, and garlic in oil to enhance its flavor.
Spice Level: This recipe is mildly spiced. For extra heat, consider adding sriracha sauce and red chili slices before serving.
Vegan-Friendly: The version I've shared is plant-based. However, you can easily add chicken, shrimp, or other proteins for a non-vegan dish.

Variations:

Chicken Red Curry: Add chicken pieces after sautéing the curry paste and follow the same process.
Shrimp Red Curry: Shrimp or prawns enhance the flavor, and you can substitute fish to create a seafood version.
Lentil Red Curry: Lentils make for a hearty, wholesome curry.
Pumpkin Addition: Incorporating pumpkin into chicken or vegetable red curry adds a unique flavor.

Nutrition Info

Disclaimer

We're not nutrition experts, and the nutritional information provided is an estimate. Please use it as a guide. For precise details, it's best to consult a professional. To learn more, please view our Detailed Disclaimers.

Tried this recipe?Mention @yellowchilis or tag #yellowchilis!

Explore a wide range of Curry recipes, spanning from authentic Thai to international flavors, ideal for broadening your culinary experiences. Each recipe is carefully crafted to enhance your cooking skills and introduce you to exciting, diverse flavor profiles.

Serving Suggestions

This Thai Red Curry pairs wonderfully with jasmine rice, white rice, brown rice, Thai fried rice, or coconut rice, creating a delightful meal. Feel free to add other side dishes of your choice to complement this mildly spiced curry and craft the perfect platter.

Storage Suggestions

Enjoy your Thai Red Curry best when served warm, and discover its enhanced flavors the next day. To maintain its freshness and taste, store the curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator.