Thai Dish

Red Curry

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Also known as: Kaeng Phet, Gaeng Ped, Thai Red Curry, Gang Dang, Kaeng Daeng

What is Red Curry?

A spicy Thai coconut curry made with red curry paste from dried red chilis, shrimp paste, garlic, galangal, and lemongrass. Typically cooked with meat or seafood, bamboo shoots, and Thai basil.

Typical Ingredients

coconut milk
red curry paste
chicken
bamboo shoots
thai basil
fish sauce
palm sugar
kaffir lime leaves
thai eggplant

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Fish
Often Present
Shellfish
Often Present

Red curry paste contains shrimp paste and fish sauce as standard ingredients. Check if peanuts are added as garnish.

Safer Variations

Allergen-friendly alternatives to ask for.

Vegetarian red curry without shrimp paste at some restaurants
Tofu instead of meat

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Does the curry paste contain shrimp paste?
Are peanuts used as garnish?

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Good for These Diets

Based on this dish's typical allergen profile, it may be suitable for:

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