Northern Thai-Style Mozzarella Bowl
A twist on traditional Thai dishes, this recipe combines the creaminess of mozzarella with the bold flavors of Northern Thai cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup Mozzarella cheeseshredded
- ●2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- ●1 cup Coconut milk
- ●1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves
- ●2 Fresh chilies
- ●1/4 cup Fried shallots
- ●1 cup Rice or noodles
- ●2 tablespoons Northern-style sauce (or substitute with fish sauce and lime juice)
- ● Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, combine shredded mozzarella cheese, Thai red curry paste, coconut milk, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- 3
Add fresh basil leaves, chilies, and fried shallots to the bowl, and mix until they are evenly distributed.
- 4
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with additional mozzarella cheese if desired.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 6
While the cheese is baking, cook rice or noodles according to package instructions.
- 7
To assemble the bowls, place a scoop of cooked rice or noodles in the bottom of a bowl, followed by the Northern Thai-style mozzarella mixture.
- 8
Drizzle with Northern-style sauce (or a substitute made from fish sauce and lime juice) and garnish with additional basil leaves and chilies if desired.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!