Authentic Thai Green Curry Paste Recipe

Ingredients: - 10-12 Thai green chilies, seeded and chopped - 2 shallots, peeled and roughly chopped - 6 cloves of garlic, peeled - 1 stalk of lemongrass, thinly sliced - 1-inch piece of galangal, peeled and chopped - 1 bunch of fresh cilantro, including stems - 1 teaspoon of ground coriander - 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon of shrimp paste - Zest of 1 lime - 1 tablespoon of fish sauce - 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

Instructions: 1. In a mortar and pestle or a food processor, combine the green chilies, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, galangal, cilantro, ground coriander, and cumin seeds. Grind or process into a smooth paste.

2. Add the shrimp paste, lime zest, fish sauce, and vegetable oil to the paste mixture. Blend or process until everything is well combined and the paste is smooth.

3. Your authentic Thai green curry paste is now ready to be used in your favorite green curry dishes. Store any leftover paste in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze it for longer storage.

Now you can use this homemade green curry paste to create delicious and authentic Thai green curry dishes in the comfort of your own kitchen. Enjoy!