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Thai-inspired Green Curry Aligot

Thai-inspired Green Curry Aligot
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 40 min Total Time: 1 hr
Servings 4
Description

The Thai-inspired Green Curry Aligot is a fusion of French and Thai flavors, beautifully presented in a bowl. The dish features a velvety blend of mashed potatoes and cheese infused with aromatic Thai green curry paste. The vibrant green color is punctuated by swirls of melted cheese, creating an enticing visual appeal. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of green curry sauce, each serving promises a rich and flavorful experience.

 
Ingredients
    Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 potatoes (large, peeled and chopped)
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • salt (to taste)
  • pepper (to taste)
  • Thai Green Curry Infusion
  • 2 tablespoons Thai green curry paste
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
    Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
  1. Boil Potatoes:

    Boil the chopped potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and return to the pot.

     
  2. Mash Potatoes:

    Mash the potatoes, gradually adding butter, milk, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.

     
  3. Make the Thai Green Curry Infusion:
  4. Prepare Green Curry Sauce:

    In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil. Add Thai green curry paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

     
  5. Add Coconut Milk:

    Pour in the coconut milk, stirring continuously. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.

     
  6. Combine with Mashed Potatoes:

    Pour the green curry sauce into the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly until the green curry is evenly infused.

     
  7. Serve the Thai-inspired Green Curry Aligot:
  8. Plate the Aligot:

    Spoon generous servings of the Thai-inspired Green Curry Aligot onto individual plates.

     
  9. Create Swirls:

    Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top for a burst of color and flavor.

     
  10. Garnish:

    Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top for a burst of color and flavor.

     
  11. Drizzle a little extra green curry sauce over each serving for an added kick.
  12. Serve:Serve this Thai-inspired Green Curry Aligot hot, inviting everyone to savor the fusion of creamy mashed potatoes with the bold flavors of Thai green curry.
  13. Enjoy:

    Enjoy a delightful twist on the classic aligot with this fusion dish that brings together the best of French and Thai culinary traditions.

     
Keywords: Thai, Aligot, Fusion, Creamy, Spicy