Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste Recipe

Say goodbye to store-bought green curry paste! This easy-to-make recipe lets you craft authentic, vibrant green curry paste from scratch in just 10 minutes. Impress your taste buds and elevate your weeknight dinners with this fresh, flavorful pantry staple. Perfect for curries, stir-fries, and marinades!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 169.3 kcal

Protein 8g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste

Fresh Ginger
Jalapeno
Fresh Basil Leaf
Fresh Cilantro
Chili Garlic Sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
Lime Zest
Lime Juice
Brown Sugar
Ground Coriander
Cumin

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How to Make Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste

Combine all ingredients in a food processor or high-powered blender.
Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed (about 1-2 minutes).
For immediate use, proceed with your recipe. Otherwise, transfer the paste to an airtight container.
Refrigerate for up to one week or freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage (up to 3 months).
Makes approximately 9 ice cubes (about 1 tablespoon each).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

79 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste?

Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste?

Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste has approximately 169.3 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste?

The key ingredients for Do It Yourself Spicy Green Curry Paste are Fresh Ginger, Jalapeno, Fresh Basil Leaf, Fresh Cilantro, Chili Garlic Sauce, Fish Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.