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Savor Hot Thai Tuna Stir-Fry in Red Curry Bliss

Savor Hot Thai Tuna Stir-Fry in Red Curry Bliss

Enjoy the vibrant and bold flavors of Savor Hot Thai Tuna Stir-Fry in Red Curry Bliss, a quick and delightful dinner option.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Spices
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns freshly ground
  • 2 inches turmeric root peeled and sliced
Base
  • 3 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon fermented shrimp paste (gapi)
  • 2 cans canned tuna drained
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil for frying
Aromatics
  • 1 stalk lemongrass chopped
  • 3 leaves makrut lime leaves julienned
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 each red and green chilies sliced
Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
Serving
  • 4 servings jasmine rice or congee for serving

Equipment

  • Pan

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Grind the black peppercorns fresh for the best flavor.
  2. Peel and slice the turmeric root.
  3. In a pan, heat the neutral oil and add the red curry paste, stirring until fragrant.
  4. Add the fermented shrimp paste and mix well.
  5. Add the canned tuna and break it apart in the pan.
  6. Chop the lemongrass and julienne the makrut lime leaves; add them to the pan.
  7. Stir in the palm sugar and fish sauce, adjusting the flavors to taste.
  8. Toss in the cilantro and sliced chilies before serving.
  9. Serve with jasmine rice or congee.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 8g

Notes

This dish can be customized with chicken or shrimp instead of tuna, and you can add vegetables for extra crunch.

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