2 stalks lemongrass 1 Tbsp canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2-3 garlic cloves, minced 1-2 shallot cloves, minced 2 tsp Thai red curry paste Six 1/8" thick slices galangal (Thai ginger) or ginger, not peeled 3 Kaffir lime leaves, dried or fresh (I used dried) 4 cups chicken stock 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into 1/2" to 3/4" cubes 1 can straw mushrooms 1/2 can shredded bamboo shoots 2 limes, juiced 2 Tbs Nam pla or Nuoc mam (fish sauce) 3 scallions, trimmed and minced on the diagonal 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
【調理法】
1. Trim the lemongrass of its outer sheath and hard ends, whack it in a few places with the back of a knife, then cut it into two or three pieces. 2. In a medium large sauce pan, combine the oil, onion/garlic/shallots and turn the heat to medium. Cook a minute, stirring, then add the lemongrass, curry paste, galangal, and lime leaves. 3. Cook 3-4 minutes, then add the stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook at a moderate boil for 15 minutes. 4. Add the coconut milk, chicken, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots to the broth. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the chicken is done. 5. Stir in the lime juice and nam pla; taste and adjust the seasoning. 6. Divide into portions and garnish with the scallions and cilantro.