Red curry paste is a mixture of classic Thai seasonings ground into a prepared paste. Just check the brand to make sure no fish sauce or shrimp paste has been added to the blend. Pair with a sweet wine, such as Riesling or Gewürztraminer, or a light and fruity red wine. Serve over steamed rice.
1. Heat olive oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, curry paste, soy sauce, and garlic, and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Add lemongrass, ginger, kaffir lime leaves, and Thai chile. Sauté 30 seconds, or until combined.
2. Stir in carrots, zucchini, and potato, and sauté 1 minute to coat with curry. Add coconut milk, brown sugar, and 1 cup water. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 5 to 10 minutes, or until potatoes can be pierced with tip of knife. Add green beans and simmer 5 minutes more, or until green beans are crisp-tender. Remove lemongrass, ginger, and kaffir lime leaves, and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with basil leaves just before serving.