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Red Curry Paste - Nam Prik Gaeng Pet

1 tsp coriander seeds, roasted
1 tsp cumin seeds, roasted
12-15 red chillies, fresh, seeded and roughly chopped
4 shallots, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tbsp galangal, fresh, peeled and chopped
2 stalks lemon grass, chopped
4 coriander roots, fresh, chopped
10 black peppercorns
pinch of cinnamon, ground
1 tsp turmeric, ground
0.5 tsp shrimp paste
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil

Put all ingredients except oil in mortar and pound to paste.

Add oil, a little at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Transfer in a glass jar and keep in fridge.