Spice Up Your Cooking with Thailand’s Favourite Curries!

Are you looking to add bold, authentic flavours to your meals? Thai curry pastes make it easy to prepare delicious, restaurant-style Thai curries in your own kitchen.

Here are three popular Thai curries, each with its own distinctive flavour. Whether you prefer a spicy red curry, a rich Massaman curry or a mild and aromatic yellow curry, there’s something for everyone.

Red Curry with Chicken

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Maeploy Red Curry Paste

• 400ml coconut milk

• 500g chicken breast, thinly sliced

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 courgette, sliced

• 5-6 fresh basil leaves

• 1 tbsp fish sauce

• 1 tsp sugar

• Jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.

2. Add the Maeploy Red Curry Paste and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Add half of the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink.

4. Pour in the remaining coconut milk, red bell pepper, courgette, fish sauce and sugar.

5. Simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.

6. Add the fresh basil leaves and stir well.

7. Serve hot with Jasmine rice.

 

Massaman Curry with Beef

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Maeploy Massaman Curry Paste

• 400ml coconut milk

• 500g beef, cut into cubes

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 2 potatoes, diced

• 1 onion, sliced

• 2 tbsp roasted peanuts

• 1 tbsp fish sauce

• 1 tbsp tamarind paste

• 1 tsp sugar

• Steamed rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the Maeploy Massaman Curry Paste until fragrant.

2. Add half of the coconut milk and stir well.

3. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides.

4. Add the potatoes, onion, fish sauce, tamarind paste, sugar and remaining coconut milk.

5. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the beef and potatoes are tender.

6. Stir in the roasted peanuts and cook for another 5 minutes.

7. Serve hot with steamed rice.

 

Yellow Curry with Vegetables

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Maeploy Yellow Curry Paste

• 400ml coconut milk

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 small sweet potato, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 carrot, sliced

• 1 courgette, sliced

• 1 tbsp soy sauce or fish sauce (optional)

• Fresh coriander, for garnish

• Jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pot and add the Maeploy Yellow Curry Paste. Fry until fragrant.

2. Add half of the coconut milk and stir well.

3. Add the sweet potato and carrot and cook for 5-6 minutes.

4. Add the red bell pepper, courgette, soy sauce or fish sauce, and remaining coconut milk.

5. Simmer until all the vegetables are tender and the curry has heated through.

6. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with Jasmine rice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes Maeploy curry pastes special?

A: Maeploy curry pastes are made with traditional Thai ingredients and are designed to make it easier to prepare Thai-style curries at home.

Q: How should I store Maeploy curry pastes?

A: Store unopened curry paste in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate and use according to the instructions on the packaging.

Q: Can I use these curry pastes for vegetarian dishes?

A: Yes. You can replace meat with vegetables, tofu or plant-based proteins. If you are following a vegetarian or vegan diet, check the ingredients on the curry paste packaging as formulations can vary.

Q: Where can I buy Maeploy curry pastes in Ireland?

A: Maeploy curry pastes are available from Asia Market online and in store in Dublin. They are a convenient way to prepare Thai-style curries at home.