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Panang Curry

Thailand

Panang curry is thought to have Cambodian and Malay influences, its name possibly derived from the Malaysian island of Penang.

A rich, nutty Thai curry thickened with ground peanuts, milder and creamier than red curry, traditionally served with beef or chicken.

Authentic Thailand Panang Curry recipe
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
460 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

400mlcoconut milk
3 tbsppanang curry paste
500gbeef or chicken, sliced
50gground peanuts
2 tbspfish sauce
1 tbsppalm sugar

Method

1

Simmer the thick part of the coconut milk with curry paste until fragrant and the oil separates.

2

Add the meat and cook until browned.

3

Stir in remaining coconut milk, ground peanuts, fish sauce and palm sugar.

4

Simmer 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens and the meat is tender.

Chef's Tip

Simmering the paste in just the thick coconut cream first, before adding the rest, intensifies the curry's flavour.

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