◦2 teaspoons vegetable oil ◦1 4-ounce can or jar yellow curry paste ◦3/4 pound carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2"-thick rounds ◦1 medium onion, chopped ◦1 red bell pepper, cut into 1" pieces ◦1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3), peeled, cut into 1/2" pieces ◦1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces ◦1 13.5-ounce or 15-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk ◦Chopped fresh basil and cilantro

1. Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add curry paste and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add carrots, onion, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
2. Add potatoes, chicken, coconut milk, and 1 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Divide curry among bowls and top with herbs.