Title: Fresh Red Curry Paste
Categories: Condiment Sauce
Yield: 1 Cup

6		Red jalapenos, stemmed
		Seeded, and coarsely chopped
4		Stalk lemongrass, trimmed
		And thinly sliced
1/4	c	Coarsely chopped shallots
2	tb	Cilantro leaves
1	tb	Coarsely chopped garlic
1	tb	Chopped fresh ginger
1	tb	Thai fish or soy sauce
1	tb	Peanut oil
2	ts	Ground coriander
1	ts	Fresh grated lime rind
1/2	ts	Ground cumin
1 1/2	ts	Salt
1/2	ts	Black pepper

In food processor, combine all ingredients. Process until paste forms. Use on fish to be steamed, to infuse oil for stir-frys, or as sauce or salsa for grilled meats and fish.

Source: "Totally Chile Pepper Cookbook", 1994

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