Massaman Beef Curry
Massaman Beef Curry is a comforting, aromatic dish that combines tender beef and a rich coconut milk sauce infused with warm spices. This delightful curry delivers a symphony of flavors in every bite, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 tbsp Massaman curry paste
- 2 cups waxy potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add beef chunks and Massaman curry paste; stir until beef is coated and starts to brown.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Fold in potato cubes and cook for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Stir in lime juice and fish sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute beef with chicken or tofu for a different protein option. For extra sweetness, consider adding carrots or sweet potatoes. Serve with jasmine rice or naan for a complete meal.