Massaman Curry

Here’s a recipe for Massaman Curry, a rich and aromatic Thai curry with a mix of spices:

Ingredients:

For the Curry Paste:

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons Massaman curry paste (store-bought or homemade)

For the Curry:

• 1 lb (450g) beef or chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 2 cups beef or chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
• 2-3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup tamarind paste (or substitute with lime juice)
• 1-2 bay leaves
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Curry Paste:
   • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
   • Stir in the Massaman curry paste and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Cook the Meat:
   • Add the beef or chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add Liquids and Simmer:
   • Pour in the coconut milk and broth, stirring to combine.
   • Add the fish sauce, brown sugar, crushed peanuts, potatoes, carrot, tomatoes, tamarind paste, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the meat and vegetables are tender.
4. Adjust Seasoning:
   • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or additional fish sauce if needed.
5. Serve:
   • Remove the bay leaves and cinnamon stick before serving.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice.

Enjoy your Massaman Curry! If you need a homemade Massaman curry paste recipe, let me know!