Thai Coconut Pork Curry Recipe
This dish is an ideal main course for anyone craving a comforting, exotic, and satisfying meal. With its velvety coconut milk, tender pork, and bold spices, Thai coconut pork curry offers a restaurant-quality experience at home. It’s quick to prepare in under an hour, making it perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or weeknight meals. Served with steamed jasmine rice, this curry delivers both comfort and adventure in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder or loin, cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp red Thai curry paste
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Fresh basil or cilantro for garnish
- Steamed jasmine rice for serving
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Add pork cubes and cook until lightly browned.
- Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.
- Simmer for 25 minutes until pork is tender.
- Add bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with basil or cilantro and serve with rice.
Notes
- Pork shoulder provides tenderness after simmering.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer flavour.
- Adjust curry paste to control spice level.
- Add vegetables like zucchini or carrots for variety.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste.