Thai Massaman Curry

Ingredients

• •1 lb Beef chuck
• •400 ml Coconut milk
• •3 tbsp Massaman curry paste
• •2 medium Potatoes
• •1 large Onion
• •2 tbsp Fish sauce
• •2 tbsp Palm sugar
• •2 tbsp Peanuts
• •2 leaves Bay leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add massaman curry paste and fry for 2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add chicken and coat with the curry paste. Cook for 5 minutes until chicken starts to brown.

4. 4

   Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, palm sugar, and tamarind paste. Stir to combine.

5. 5

   Add potatoes and peanuts. Simmer for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are tender and sauce thickens.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more fish sauce or palm sugar as needed.

7. 7

   Serve over steamed jasmine rice with sliced red chilies and fresh cilantro.

   💡 Authentic massaman uses dried shrimp paste - add 1 tsp if available.