Thai Pa Naeng

Some friends of ours introduced us to this fantastic local Thai restaurant, and Pa Naeng was the first and only main course meal we have ever eaten there, because we can't be convinced that anything else is going to taste as good! We use chicken in ours, but you could use prawns or even pork if you were so inclined.

1-2 Tbs. Red Curry Paste, or to taste (this is spicy)

1-2 Tbs. Extra Virgin Olive Oil 

2 cans coconut milk

1 whole chicken breast, sliced thin

2 red pepper, cut into strips

1-2 Tbs. Fish Sauce, or to taste

3 kaffir lime leaves

A splash of lime juice

4 Tbs. honey or to taste

3 Tbs. fresh basil, chopped

Over medium heat, heat red curry paste and olive oil. Add coconut milk, chicken breast, red pepper, fish sauce and lime leaves. Simmer until the chicken is cooked. Remove kaffir leaves. Give a splash of lime juice, stir in honey and fresh basil. Serve over jasmine rice.