Sumptuous Thai Coconut Curry with Lemongrass and Lime

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup onion finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger grated
• 2 stalks lemongrass finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 can coconut milk full-fat
• 2 cups mixed vegetables chopped
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. 2 Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. 3 Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped lemongrass, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4 Add the red curry paste and cook, stirring continuously, for 1 minute.
5. 5 Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. 6 Add the mixed vegetables and cook until they are tender, about 10 minutes.
7. 7 Stir in the fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
8. 8 Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
9. 9 Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.