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History and Origin 📖
Green Curry, or Gaeng Keow Wan (แกงเขียวหวาน), appeared in central Thailand in the 19th century. It got its name from the bright green paste made with chili 🌶️, coriander 🌿, kaffir lime leaves 🍃 and lemongrass. Compared to red or yellow curry, the green one is more smooth in taste but still spicy and aromatic.
Historians say the recipe was influenced by Indian spices and Chinese coconut milk traditions 🥥. Today it is one of the most famous symbols of Thai cuisine.
Why Tourists Love It ❤️
Visitors in Thailand almost always try Green Curry first. And here is why:
- Bright green color 🌿 makes the plate look amazing.
- Perfect mix of spicy 🌶️, sweet 🍯 and creamy 🥥 flavors.
- Tender chicken 🍗 or seafood 🦐 absorbs rich aromas.
- Available everywhere – from street food stalls 🛵 to fine restaurants 🍽️.
For many travelers, Green Curry becomes their first Thai food love. Coconut milk makes the spice more gentle, so even beginners can enjoy it.
How Green Curry is Cooked 👩🍳🍳
The main soul of the dish is green curry paste. It is made with chili 🌶️, garlic 🧄, lemongrass, galangal, coriander seeds and kaffir lime leaves. Paste is fried a bit, then blended with creamy coconut milk 🥥.
Usually Green Curry is made with chicken 🍗, but pork, beef 🥩, fish 🐟 or tofu can also be used. Traditional vegetables: Thai eggplants 🍆, bamboo shoots 🎋 and fresh basil 🌿.
Cooking steps:
- Heat coconut milk in pan 🥥. Add curry paste 🌶️.
- Add chicken and cook until soft 🍗.
- Mix in vegetables, sugar, fish sauce and salt 🥄.
- Finish with basil leaves 🌿 and sliced chili 🌶️ for decoration.
Best served with jasmine rice 🍚 or thin rice noodles 🍜 called kanom jeen.
Conclusion
Green Curry (Gaeng Keow Wan) is not just a dish – it is part of Thai culture 🇹🇭. With its rich history, unique color and taste, it’s a must try food in Thailand – whether you are in Phuket, Bangkok or Chiang Mai.
Even if you are not used to spicy meals 🔥, coconut milk makes it smooth and creamy. That’s why tourists from all over the world 🌍 love Thai Green Curry!
