Ingredients

  • 2 (12 ounce) cans chicken stock
  • 5 kaffir lime leaves
  • 3 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons green curry paste
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced (may be substituted with tofu , bean curd)
  • 5 Japanese eggplants, quartered
  • 1 (8 ounce) can bamboo shoots
  • 1 lb green beans, cut into 1/2 pieces
  • 1 bunch Thai basil, leaves torn
  • rice, as desired

Method

  • In a large saucepan, add chicken stock.
  • Crumble the lime leaves before adding.
  • Add garlic.
  • Let simmer for 5 minute
  • Add coconut milk and chicken (or bean curd).
  • Simmer until reduced, about 10 minute
  • Season with fish sauce and sugar.
  • Add bamboo, green beans, eggplant.
  • Cook for another 5-8 minute.
  • When done, add Thai basil and serve with Jasmine rice.