Mixed Greens Curry

Kaeng Khiao Wan Ruam

The Asian Cookbook

2 T vegetable oil                                                       6 scallions, sliced

1 fresh green chile, seeded and chopped                   3 T Thai green curry paste

4 oz.  bok choy                                                         4 oz  Napa Cabbage

4 oz. spinach (use beet greens)                                   4 oz  asparagus (use zucchini or green beans)

3 celery stalks, diagonally sliced                                                3 T Thai soy sauce

1 tsp jaggery or soft, light brown sugar                       juice of one lime

boiled jasmine rice to serve

Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet and stir-fry the chili and scallions for 1-2 minutes.  Add the curry past and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.  Add the bok choi, napa cabbage, spinach, asparagus, and celery and stir fry 3-4 minutes, or until just tender.  Add the soy sauce, jaggery, and lime juice and cook for 30 seconds to heat through.  Serve immediately with jasmine rice.

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