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Thai Red Curry Sauce

A warm and comforting Thai Red Curry Sauce that brings together bold flavors and creamy textures, perfect for enhancing any dish from stir-fries to curries.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 can 13.5 oz coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
  4. Add the red curry paste and stir well to combine.
  5. Slowly add the coconut milk, stirring to combine.
  6. Mix in the soy sauce and brown sugar.
  7. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
  8. Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the lime juice.

Notes

Adjust the amount of red curry paste based on your spice tolerance. Serve with jasmine rice to soak up the sauce.