Blistered Green Bean & Coconut Curry

Method

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   Step 1: Heat the neutral oil in a wide pan over high heat. Add the green beans in a single layer and leave undisturbed until blistered, then toss and blister the other side, about 6 minutes total. Tip out and set aside.

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   Step 2: Lower the heat to medium. Add the coconut oil, onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until soft and fragrant, about 6 minutes.

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   Step 3: Stir in the curry paste and fry for a minute until it darkens. Pour in the coconut milk, lime leaves, tamarind, and coconut sugar. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.

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   Step 4: If using tofu, add it now and simmer 5 minutes more to warm through.

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   Step 5: Fold the blistered beans back in just before serving so they keep their bite. Taste and adjust with more tamarind or salt.

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   Step 6: Serve over jasmine rice with Thai basil and a squeeze of lime.