Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Thai Curry Sauce

This sauce is really easy, but because of the unique ingredient combinations, it tastes very gourmet, and seems like it should be harder.

Just mix all ingredients in a bowl, then heat in a skillet until it simmers and thickens, stirring constantly.

Curry sauce would be great with white fish, scallops, tofu, shrimp, or chicken.  Because of its subtle and sweet flavors, it would pair well with winter vegetables such as steamed butternut squash and cauliflower, or even spring vegetables such as a combination of steamed fresh green beans, carrots, and red bell peppers.

1/3 cup soy sauce
8 oz can coconut milk
4 oz can tomato sauce
1 T yellow curry powder
1 lime, juiced
Salt and Pepper

Try adding ginger, cinnamon, cilantro, or cashews.  You might like it more spicy by adding a dash of red pepper flakes, or diced red chilis in adobo sauce (available in most Asian sections).