Easy Thai Green Curry

Thai green curry is one of my favorite dins. I actually enjoy ANYTHING that includes coconut milk as its rich exotic flavor reminds of me of being somewhere far more exciting than I am. There are tons of additions that will add to the basic curry’s flavor if you have time/money to bring it to this level (these ingredients are marked as optional). You can also make your own green curry paste which does taste way better than store bought but costs a pretty penny for all the ingredients. I served mine in a basil bowl from my garden (it really should be thai basil.. shhhh) but it looks pretty snazzy. My boo (boyfriend that is) loves this dish and has spent ages perfecting the recipe so trust him! It is really easy so there are no excuses....

EASY THAI GREEN CURRY
serves 2-3

INGREDIENTS:

• cooked white or jasmine rice for serving.
  
• 3 large chicken breasts, cut into chunks
• a touch of veg. oil
• 1 can coconut milk (dont use lite.. this curry is already high calorie.. just embrace it and go to the gym later)
• 1 handful frozen peas
• 1 small can bamboo shoots, drained
• 1 Tbsp green curry paste (add more if you want it spicy)
  
• salt & pepper to taste
• small knob of fresh ginger, chopped (optional)
• 1 Tbsp fish sauce (optional)
  
• sprinkle of palm sugar (optional)
• thai basil, julienned aka cut in strips for top (optional)
• shredded coconut to top (optional)
  
• limes to serve (optional)

DIRECTIONS

• heat veg oil in a large skillet.
  
• brown chicken and cook until slightly underdone (approx 3-4 min)
• add curry paste to the skillet and coat chicken.
• add can of coconut milk and bring to a simmer.. keep stirring until the paste is combined with coconut milk (the curry should start to look greenish).
• add palm sugar, ginger, and fish sauce.
  
• simmer for 3 more min and then add the bamboo shoots and frozen peas.
• allow peas to cook and curry to thicken (should be at least 5 more min).
• add salt and pepper to taste
  
• serve over rice with shredded basil, coconut, and a lime wedge.
• Enjoy!