Massaman Curry
Massaman curry is a rich, mild Thai curry with tender beef, potatoes, and peanuts in a fragrant coconut sauce. Warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom give it a uniquely cozy, aromatic depth. It is comforting and luxurious, perfect spooned over jasmine rice.
- ⏱ 60 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 700 g beef chuck, cubed
- 4 tbsp massaman curry paste
- 2 cans coconut milk
- 3 potatoes, chunked
- 1 onion, wedged
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Fry the massaman curry paste in a little coconut milk until fragrant.
- Add the beef and brown it in the paste.
- Pour in the rest of the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Add the potatoes, onion, fish sauce, and brown sugar.
- Simmer gently for 45 minutes until the beef is fork-tender.
- Stir in the peanuts, adjust the seasoning, and serve over jasmine rice.
💡 Chef's tip
Simmer the beef low and slow until fork-tender; this cut needs time to break down into the melting texture the curry is known for.
Massaman is unique among Thai curries for its warm baking spices, a legacy of Persian influence, which set it apart from the herb-forward green and red curries.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Protein: 34 g
- Carbs: 30 g
- Fat: 34 g
