Authentic Thai Red Curry Beef (Gaeng Phed Nuea)

A classic Thai red curry made with tender beef, coconut milk, and Mae Ploy Red Curry Paste for bold, traditional flavour.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

Main Ingredients

• 500g beef (sliced thin – flank, rump, or chuck works well)
• 2–3 tbsp Mae Ploy Red Curry Paste
• 400ml coconut milk (1 can, full fat for best flavour)
• 1 cup beef stock or water

Vegetables (Traditional Options)

• 1 cup bamboo shoots (drained)
• 1 red capsicum (sliced)
• ½ onion (optional, sliced)
• 1–2 kaffir lime leaves (torn for aroma)

Thai Seasoning

• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1 tsp soy sauce (optional for depth)
• 1–2 fresh red chillies (optional for extra heat)

Herbs for Authentic Finish

• ½ cup Thai basil leaves
• Fresh coriander (optional garnish)

To Serve

• Steamed jasmine rice

🍲 How to Make Thai Red Curry Beef

Step 1: Fry the Curry Paste

Heat 1–2 tbsp oil in a pan.

Add Mae Ploy Red Curry Paste and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 2: Add Coconut Milk

Pour in about half the coconut milk and cook until the oil begins to separate (this is the authentic Thai method).

Step 3: Cook the Beef

Add sliced beef and stir until lightly browned and coated in curry sauce.

Step 4: Simmer the Curry

Add remaining coconut milk and beef stock.

Simmer for 10–15 minutes until the beef becomes tender.

Step 5: Add Vegetables & Seasoning

Stir in bamboo shoots, capsicum, lime leaves, fish sauce, and palm sugar.

Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 6: Finish with Thai Basil

Turn off the heat and stir through Thai basil leaves for a fresh, authentic aroma.

⭐ Chef Tips for Authentic Thai Flavour

• Always fry the curry paste first to release its oils and deepen flavour
• Use full-fat coconut milk for creamy, restaurant-style curry
• Thai basil makes a huge difference—don’t skip it if possible

🛍 Shop Mae Ploy Red Curry Paste at Petits Tresors

Create authentic Thai curries at home with Mae Ploy Red Curry Paste, available online or in-store at Petits Tresors.