Mussamun Curry Paste Recipe

Mussamun Curry Paste Recipe

(Thai Recipes)

5 tablespoons oil

4 whole dried long red chili peppers

½ cup chopped onions

½ cup garlic cloves, chopped

1 tablespoon chopped lemongrass

2 slices galangal (lengkuas)

2 shallots

¼ teaspoon kaffir lime skin

2 tablespoons dried coriander powder

1 tablespoon cumin powder

1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

1 tablespoon star anise powder

Method:

Heat a sauté pan and add 5 tablespoons oil on medium heat.  Fry chili peppers, onions and garlic until golden brown.  Combine fried ingredients and all remaining ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.  Store in a jar for future use.