Panang Curry Paste

Ingredients for Panang Curry Paste

• 2 dried chillies de árbol, stemmed

• 2 dried guajillo chillies, stemmed

• 2 fresh lemongrass stalks, bottom 4" only, tough outer layer discarded, thinly sliced

• 3 tablespoons roasted peanuts

• 2 chopped peeled fresh (or frozen, thawed) galangal

• 6 fresh or frozen kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped

• 1 large shallot, chopped

• 4 garlic cloves, chopped

• 2 fresh serrano chillies, chopped

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

• 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper

• Ingredient info: Look for chillies de árbol, guajillo chillies, and lemongrass at better supermarkets. Galangal and kaffir lime leaves are sold at Southeast Asian markets.

How to make Panang Curry Paste

Place dried chillies in a medium bowl; cover with hot water and soak for 15 minutes. Drain; place chillies and all remaining ingredients in a mini-processor; process until paste forms. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 months ahead. Store airtight in freezer.

Disclaimer

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