INGREDIENTS
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lemongrass stalk, tough outer layer removed, coarsely chopped
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2” piece ginger, peeled, chopped
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garlic cloves
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vegetable oil
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Kosher salt
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red curry paste
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tomato paste
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14.5-oz. can crushed tomatoes
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13.5-oz. cans coconut milk
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sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1” pieces
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small or young carrots, peeled, cut on a diagonal into 2” pieces
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medium shallots, peeled keeping roots intact, quartered lengthwise
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red Thai chile, thinly sliced (optional)
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fresh lime juice
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Steamed jasmine rice (for serving)
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Thinly sliced scallions, basil leaves, cilantro leaves with tender stems, and lime wedges (for serving)