There are many different types of Thai Curries, but this month we are going to focus on the very well known Green and Red Curries. Most Thai curries use the same aromatic herbs and spices - fresh or dried chillies, galangal, lemongrass, red shallots, garlic, shrimp paste and lime peel.

The Green Curry (kaeng khlew waan) is usually hot and salty, although coconut cream helps to temper the heat. Chicken is usually added, however if you don't eat meat Prawn or Vegetable Green Curry is available at The Lime Leaf.

There are many types of Red Curry (Kaeng Daeng), and almost any type of meat, fish or vegetable can be added. This curry has a soup like consistency.

Many of our customers ask about the spiciness of our curries. Largely this depends on the amount and type of chilli used. Surprisingly, the green curry is actually hotter than the red curry, but the degree of heat is variable. As you would expect at The Lime Leaf we are pleased to accommodate your tastes, so please ask you waiter if you prefer your curry mild or hot and chef will create it to order. Of course, if it is not to your taste please let us know and we will be pleased to change it for you.

Special Offers

Lunch offer: We are offering 2 for 1 on any dish on our lunch menu. This offer ends on Thursday 30 June. Please remember to quote the email newsletter to take advantage of this offer. We have introduced some new dishes to our lunchtime menu, so why not make the most of this great offer to try something different?

Comedy Club: Have a free glass of wine or soft drink with your pre show meal on presentation of tickets for the Comedy Club at The Red Lion on 9 June.

The Lime Leaf Restaurant
25 /25a London St.
Basingstoke
Hampshire

Tel: 01256 355272
Fax: 01256 355693

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