Thai curry pastes are a blend of wonderfully aromatic ingredients and spices. The flavours layer together to create an amazing complex whole that is greater than all its parts. Yes, again, you can buy a prepared paste, but I promise you that nothing will ever approach the flavour of one you make fresh yourself. So, is it really that hard to peel a few ingredients, roast some spices and process them in a blender with a little water? I think not. And when you’ve made one and tasted the difference, you’ll be hooked forever.