05 August, 2009

Shrimps in Dried Red Curry (Chu Chee Goong)


Shrimps in Dried Red Curry or Chu Chee Goong This recipe adapted from Chu Chee Pla Too or Mackerel in Dried Red Curry . Although the recipe doesn't include vegetables, but you can try adding your own favourite vegetables to the curry and leave a comment if you come up with a good combination! Enjoy ka!

INGREDIENTS:
  • 8-10 shrimps, cleaned, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 kaffir lime leaves, thinly sliced
  • 400 g coconut milk
  • 1 red chilli,thinly sliced
  • 3 coriander leaves (for garnishing)
PREPARATIONS:
  • Heat wok over medium -high heat, add coconut milk fry until aromatic.
  • Add red curry paste. Fry until aromatic and until the oil has clearly separated from the coconut milk.
  • Add the shrimp, and season with fish sauce and sugar.
  • Stir fry until the shrimp is cooked, then add kaffir lime leaves and stir for another 1 minute.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with red chili, and coriander leaves.
  • Serve immediately with hot steamed rice