Sour Bamboo Shoot Curry

This simple Thai red curry is sweeter than normal but with the sour bamboo shoots, everything works in harmony.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 35

Total Time 1 10

Servings people

Put the sour bamboo shoots in to a bowl of water and allow to soak for at least 30 minutes. Drain
200 g bamboo shoots
Put a wok over a medium heat and add the oil.
1 tbsp oil
Once hot, add the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Then add the curry paste and stir for 5 minutes still on a simmer.
400 ml coconut milk, 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
Add the drained bamboo shoots and simmer for a further 20 minutes before sliding in the Hake and lime leaves. Simmer for a further 5 minutes.
2 fillets hake, 1 bunch Thai basil leaves
Taste the mixture before adding any fish sauce. Add the sugar to balance if required.
1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar
Turn the heat off and add the basil leaves with a squeeze of lime.
1 large lime
Serve immediately with rice for a superb simple meal.