Discover the ease of making your own Yellow Curry Sauce with this quick and simple recipe. Perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes, this creamy and aromatic sauce is ready in just minutes. Serve it over rice, noodles, or your choice of protein and vegetables for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon yellow curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian option)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Optional: 1 teaspoon grated ginger for extra flavor
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic (and grated ginger if using) and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the Spices: Stir in the yellow curry powder and ground turmeric. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices and release their flavors.
- Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk, stirring well to combine with the spices. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Season the Sauce: Add the fish sauce (or soy sauce), brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Simmer: Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally.
- Finish with Lime Juice: Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Use the yellow curry sauce as a base for your favorite proteins or vegetables, or serve it over rice or noodles.
