Thai Green Curry Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 shallots, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 stalk lemongrass, sliced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, chopped
• 2 green chilies, chopped
• Handful of fresh cilantro stems
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• Zest of 1 lime
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup sliced bamboo shoots
• 1 cup snap peas
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• Juice of 1 lime
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. In a food processor, blend all curry paste ingredients into a smooth paste.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the curry paste and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add chicken slices and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
5. Add bell pepper, bamboo shoots, and snap peas. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
8. Enjoy the authentic flavors of Thai green curry!