# Panang Curry

> Chicken in a Panang curry sauce with lime leaves and red chillies. Full ingredients and step-by-step instructions from @derekkchen.

- **Source:** [@derekkchen on TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@derekkchen/video/7377792147543559466)
- **Estimated total time:** 30 minutes
- **Serves:** 4
- **Category:** Main course · **Cuisine:** Thai
- **Mood:** Comfort Food
- **Main ingredients:** Chicken, Coconut milk, Rice, Lime
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-10-08
- **Canonical URL:** https://mezze-app.com/recipes/panang-curry

## Ingredients

- 590 g chicken thigh, sliced into bite-sized strips
- 115 g panang curry paste
- 400 ml coconut milk, divided in two additions
- 5 × kaffir lime leaves, torn, plus extra minced for garnish
- 15 g palm sugar, chopped
- 15 ml fish sauce
- 2 × red chilies, sliced, for garnish
- 300 g rice, cooked, for serving

## Method

1. **Prep the ingredients** Slice the chicken thigh into bite-sized strips. Chop the palm sugar. Tear 3-4 kaffir lime leaves and mince the rest for garnish.
2. **Heat the coconut milk** Heat half of the coconut milk in a deep pan over medium heat until it thickens and starts to bubble.
3. **Bloom the curry paste** Add the panang curry paste and stir until combined. Simmer on medium-low until a bright red oil forms with the curry paste.
4. **Add the chicken** Add the sliced chicken thigh and stir so it is fully coated in the curry mixture.
5. **Simmer the curry** Add the remaining coconut milk and the torn kaffir lime leaves. Cover and simmer on medium-low until the chicken is fully cooked through, stirring occasionally so the bottom doesn't burn.
6. **Season** Season to taste with fish sauce and palm sugar, adjusting to your own taste.
7. **Garnish and serve** Garnish with minced kaffir lime leaves and sliced red chilies. Serve with a hot bowl of rice.

## FAQ

**How long does panang curry take?**

The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 30 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.

**How many servings does this recipe make?**

The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.

**Who created this recipe?**

This recipe was shared by @derekkchen on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.

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