Lemongrass Seafood Curry

This dish is so simple to make, and the flavors are really exotic! I buy a brand of curry paste at an asian market near my home. The brand is called

Steps

Heat peanut oil in a large saut pan over medium heat.

Add garlic and lemongrass pieces until fragrant and golden.

Add red bell pepper strips and saut for about 30 seconds 1 minute , just until slightly tender.

Add the can of bamboo shoots and 1-4 tbsp curry paste , , as well as the fish sauce.

Mix around in pan to coat everything evenly with paste.

Shake can of coconut milk well , open , and slowly add it to the pan.

Bring liquid to a simmer for about 4-5 minutes , to let the lemongrass release its flavor.

Next , add 1- lbs of the seafood of your choice.

Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes or until seafood is cooked through.

If you can , try and remove the lemongrass pieces before serving , they are a bit woody.

Before serving , toss with shredded basil and chopped cilantro.

Serve in bowls over basmati rice.

Ingredients

peanut oil, garlic, lemongrass, red bell pepper, bamboo shoots, red curry paste, fish sauce, fresh shrimp, light coconut milk, fresh basil leaf, fresh cilantro, basmati rice