Lantern

Curry 2 green cardamom pods 1 whole star anise pod 1/2 tablespoon whole coriander seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon canola oil 4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed Two 1/4-inch pieces of unpeeled ginger 1/2 tablespoon ground turmeric 1/2 tablespoon sugar Kosher salt 2 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk 2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce Pinch of saffron threads 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 cup Thai basil leaves, torn Grapefruit Salad 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 2 lemongrass stalks, tender inner bulbs only, finely chopped 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 Thai chiles, minced 2 t » More on Lantern Menu