Decadent Crab Yellow Curry (Poo Pad Pong Curry) Made at Home
Thailand’s Signature Dish, Poo Pad Pong Curry! Easy Homemade Recipe with Fresh Shrimp
Craving the authentic taste of Poo Pad Pong Curry? You don’t need to travel to Thailand to enjoy this exquisite dish! This recipe brings the rich, creamy flavors right into your kitchen. Made with succulent shrimp (or crab!) and a fragrant curry sauce, it’s a culinary adventure everyone will love. For families with young children, simply omit the chilies for a milder, crowd-pleasing version. Get ready to impress with this surprisingly simple yet utterly delicious meal!
Main Ingredients- 10 large fresh shrimp (or pre-portioned crab meat)
- 2 stalks of green onion
- 1.5 medium onions
- 3 small bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 5 cloves garlic
- 3 medium button mushrooms
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 carrot (optional)
- 8-10 small Thai bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)
Sauce and Seasoning- 3 Tbsp coconut milk powder (or liquid coconut milk)
- 1 packet yellow curry paste (can substitute with regular curry powder)
- 3 Tbsp tempura flour
- 5 Tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3 Tbsp coconut milk powder (or liquid coconut milk)
- 1 packet yellow curry paste (can substitute with regular curry powder)
- 3 Tbsp tempura flour
- 5 Tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing all your ingredients for a delicious Poo Pad Pong Curry. Having everything prepped will make the cooking process smooth and enjoyable.
Step 2
If using shrimp, peel and devein them. If using crab, ensure it’s cleaned and cut into manageable pieces.
Step 3
Thinly slice the garlic. Julienne the carrot, green onions, and onions. Slice the bell peppers into similar-sized strips for a beautiful presentation.
Step 4
In a medium bowl, combine the tempura flour and milk. Whisk until you have a smooth batter with no lumps. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the shrimp but not too heavy.
Step 5
To the batter, add a pinch of coarsely ground black pepper. If you like a bit of heat, finely crush the dried chilies and mix them in. Add the prepared shrimp (or crab) to the batter and toss gently to coat evenly. You can also add some of the sliced onions to the batter at this stage.
Step 6
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a deep pan or wok over medium heat. Carefully place the battered shrimp (and any onions) into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, remove them and drain on paper towels.
Step 7
In a separate frying pan, add a little cooking oil and heat over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic, Thai chilies, and half of the sliced green onions. Stir-fry quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the chilies.
Step 8
Add the sliced mushrooms, onions, and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry with the aromatics until the vegetables begin to soften. You can remove the chilies at this point if you prefer a milder curry.
Step 9
Now, add the sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for another minute or so to retain their crisp-tender texture.
Step 10
Gently add some of the fried shrimp (or crab) back into the pan with the vegetables. Toss carefully to combine without breaking the coating.
Step 11
Finally, add the remaining sliced green onions and stir-fry briefly until they are just wilted, adding a final touch of freshness.
Step 12
Time to make the flavorful curry sauce! Stir in the yellow curry paste, turmeric powder, fish sauce, and a pinch of salt. If using liquid coconut milk, pour about one cup in. If using coconut milk powder, mix it with 5 Tbsp of water to form a paste before adding.
Step 13
Pour the prepared curry sauce into the pan with the ingredients. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 14
Once the sauce is bubbling, whisk the two eggs in a small bowl until well beaten.
Step 15
Drizzle the beaten eggs in a circular motion over the curry. Allow the eggs to set slightly, then gently stir them into the sauce. Your delicious Poo Pad Pong Curry is now complete! Serve hot with steamed rice for a truly satisfying meal.
