2 tablespoons galangal, finely grated |
1 stalk lemongrass, finely chopped |
4 shredded fresh lime leaves, stems removed |
1 cup coriander, finely chopped leaves and stems (cilantro) |
5 green onions, finely chopped (often labelled as shallots in australia) |
3 garlic cloves, crushed |
2 teaspoons ground coriander |
2 teaspoons ground cumin |
1 -2 small green chili, seeded and finely chopped |
1 teaspoon lime zest, finely grated |
1/2 lime, juice of |
1 teaspoon sugar |
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce |
1 teaspoon fish sauce or 1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/3 cup coconut milk (add more if required ) or 1/3 cup water (add more if required ) |