Is red curry spicier than green curry?

Generally slightly milder — green curry uses fresh green chillis which can be more pungent, while red curry uses dried red chillis which give heat but with a mellower burn.

What protein works best in red curry?

Duck (pet) is spectacular — the rich, fatty meat complements the spiced coconut sauce. Chicken and beef are equally great.

curry

Red Curry

แกงแดง

Medium

Red Curry (Gaeng Daeng) is a rich, aromatic curry made from dried red chilli paste simmered in coconut milk with your choice of protein and vegetables. It balances heat and sweetness with a deep, complex flavour profile.

Key Ingredients

red curry paste
coconut milk
chicken or beef
bamboo shoots
Thai basil

Where to Try It

Order it at any Thai restaurant — it's one of the most widely available and reliably delicious curries on any menu.

Tips

Bamboo shoots and pea aubergines are the classic vegetables — don't substitute them if the option is available.
Red curry is excellent the next day as the flavours deepen overnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

curry

Red Curry

แกงแดง

Medium

Key Ingredients

red curry paste
coconut milk
chicken or beef
bamboo shoots
Thai basil

Where to Try It

Order it at any Thai restaurant — it's one of the most widely available and reliably delicious curries on any menu.

Tips

Bamboo shoots and pea aubergines are the classic vegetables — don't substitute them if the option is available.
Red curry is excellent the next day as the flavours deepen overnight.