🌿Pradeep’s Green Curry with Tofu or Chicken
🌿 Pradeep's Green Curry with Tofu or Chicken (Serves 6) Bring Thailand’s vibrant flavors into your kitchen with this aromatic green curry. Whether you prefer plant-based tofu or tender chicken, this dish is creamy, spicy, and perfect for sharing. 🌶️ Spice & Aromatic Ingredients 3 thumb-size pieces galangal (or substitute with ginger) 9 cloves garlic 3 lemongrass stalks (white part only) 6 oz green curry paste (e.g., Maesri brand) 1 ½ tbsp dark soy sauce 1 ½ tbsp brown sugar (or palm sugar for authenticity) 2–3 tbsp fish sauce (or vegetable base for vegan option) 9 kaffir lime leaves, thinly sliced (remove central stem) ¼–½ cup fresh Thai basil leaves (for garnish) ¼ cup shredded fresh cilantro leaves (optional garnish) Vegetable oil (for cooking) 🥦 Protein & Vegetable Components ¾ lb pre-fried tofu or 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs/breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 2–3 red bell peppers, seeded and cut into chunks 3 Chinese eggpl...