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Easy Yellow Curry Recipe

Easy Yellow Curry Recipe
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This Easy Yellow Curry Recipe is a soul-warming, vibrant dish combining creamy coconut milk and fragrant spices with tender vegetables and your choice of protein. Perfect for quick weeknight meals, it delivers comfort and excitement with simple steps and fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons yellow curry paste
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or coconut oil

Vegetables

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped

Protein Options

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks (or)
  • 14 oz extra firm tofu, cubed (or)
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

Aromatics & Seasonings

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1–2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce (adjust to taste)
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces and cut your chosen protein into manageable chunks. Mince the garlic and ginger to create a fragrant base.
  2. Sauté aromatics and curry paste: Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in the yellow curry paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to release its spices fully.
  3. Add protein and vegetables: Add your selected protein and vegetables to the pan, stirring to coat everything evenly with the curry paste mixture. Cook for about 3-4 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and simmer: Add the coconut milk and stir gently to combine. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the protein is cooked through.
  5. Season and finish: Stir in fish sauce or soy sauce for saltiness, then add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to brighten the dish. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh yellow curry paste whenever possible for the best flavor.
  • Simmer gently on low heat to avoid coconut milk curdling and to meld flavors.
  • Balance flavors by not skipping lime juice and fish/soy sauce for brightness and umami.
  • Add delicate seafood proteins toward the end of cooking to prevent overcooking.
  • Adjust heat by gradually adding fresh chili or chili flakes, tasting as you go.

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Keywords: yellow curry, easy curry recipe, Thai curry, coconut curry, gluten free, quick dinner, vegetarian options, comfort food

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