Curry Paste, Thai

Fresh base ingredient for all sorts of delicious Thai dishes

chop

• 3 tbsp chili
• 1 cup garlic
• 1 cup onion (preferably shallots)
• 1 tbsp lemon grass
• 1 tbsp galangal
• 1 tbsp kaffir lime leaves or zest
• 1 tsbp coriander powder
• 1 tbsp cumin powder

blend with oil (best for preservation), water or coconut milk to form a smooth paste