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A bowl of beef massaman curry with rice.

Easy Beef Massaman Curry (Rich & Authentic Flavor)

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Thai Beef Massaman Curry is perfect for Busy Weeknights. This easy recipe brings together the convenience of store-bought massaman curry paste with the rich, authentic flavors of traditional home cooking.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Thai
Diet Low Lactose
Keyword beef massaman curry, maesri, massaman curry, massaman curry paste, thai beef curry, Thai beef massaman curry, thai massaman curry
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 680
Author Holly Ford

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 3 tbsp canned Massaman curry paste
  • 1 lb (450 g) beef stew meat preferably diced chuck
  • 14 oz (396 g) can coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp tamarind puree
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) roasted peanuts plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tbsp palm sugar coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 13 oz (360 g) potato peeled and diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 tbsp cilantro optional

Extra spice (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  • If using the extra spice, toast cinnamon sticks, cardamom, and cloves in a dry pot over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Remove the spice and set aside.
  • Heat oil in the pot, add the curry paste and stir for 1-2 minutes adding 1-2 tablespoons of the creamy top of coconut milk.
  • Add the beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is browned.
  • Pour the coconut milk, peanuts, tamarind puree, sugar, and fish sauce. Return the toasted spices to the mixture, and stir well. Cover with the lid and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes
  • Add the potato and cook for another 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your taste. Garnish with extra chopped peanuts and cilantro at the end. Serve hot with boiled Jasmin rice.

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Nutrition

Calories: 680kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 525mg | Potassium: 1280mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1781IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 6mg