Spicy Thai Red Curry Blend

Spicy Thai Red Curry Blend

Ingredients

• 5 dried red chile peppers, or to taste
• 2 medium onions, cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or more as needed
• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons shrimp paste
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon lemon grass powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt

Method

1. In a blender, combine dried chile peppers, chopped onions, fresh cilantro, a splash of oil, minced garlic, coriander seeds, lemon zest, ground cumin, shrimp paste, paprika, whole peppercorns, lemon grass, turmeric powder, and salt.
2. Blend the mixture until it transforms into a velvety, smooth paste.