Why Choose This Dish
The Most Indulgent Curry
Thicker and richer than the rest - the curry to order when you want a treat.
Thick, Not Watery
A properly reduced coconut base that coats the spoon rather than running thin.
Finished With Lime Leaf
Shredded lime leaves cut the richness at the very end for a cleaner finish.
Pricing
Chicken £11.50
Pork £11.50
Tofu £11.50
Beef £12.50
Inside this dish
A thick, silky coconut curry, gently spiced and finished with shredded lime leaves - the most indulgent on the menu.
Panang curry paste
Coconut milk
Lime leaves
Mild and rich
Most indulgent curry
Allergen Information: Contains Fish, shellfish and peanuts. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements before ordering.
Flavour profile of our Panang Curry
Thailand's richest, silkiest curry - mild but full in flavour.
Silky Coconut
The sauce is dense and smooth rather than loose or broth-like.
Nutty Undertone
A subtle peanut note runs beneath the coconut.
Citrus Edge
Lime leaf keeps the richness from becoming heavy.
Mild by Design
Gentle heat, so the indulgent texture takes centre stage.
A Treat, Not a Regular
Positioned as the richest curry - one for when you want something special.
The Story
Panang carries a small mystery in its name. Some trace it to the island of Penang off the Malaysian coast, a nod to cross-border exchange; others point to the Thai word phanaeng and an old cooking method where a whole chicken was trussed cross-legged and grilled while being brushed with curry paste. Either way, it was refined over generations into the dish known across central Thailand today.
What sets it apart from red or green curry is the texture. Rather than a thin broth, Panang is cooked until the coconut cream thickens into a rich sauce that clings to the meat, finished with shredded lime leaves and a subtle note of peanut. It's not street food - it's home food and restaurant food, the kind made with time.
Kat keeps hers thick, mild and indulgent, so the silky texture and lime-leaf fragrance lead rather than the heat. The most indulgent curry on the menu, made in St Albans.
A Closer Look
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panang Curry?
A rich, thick coconut curry finished with shredded lime leaves - the most indulgent curry on the menu, mild in heat.
Is Panang Curry spicy?
It's mild - a gentle spice level rather than real heat.
What is Panang Curry served with?
See the description above.
What allergens does Panang Curry contain?
Fish, shellfish and peanuts. Let us know about any allergies when ordering.