Massaman Beef curry
Discover this authentic Thai Massaman Beef curry recipe — a quick and easy dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with peanuts, coconut cream, massaman curry paste and 10 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 3 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 11 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this thai classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
1
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
500
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 85 g Peanuts
- 400 ml can Coconut cream
- 4 tbsp Massaman curry paste
- 600 g stewing cut into strips Beef
- 450 g waxy Potatoes
- 1 cut thin wedges Onion
- 4 leaves Lime
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 tbsp Tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp palm or soft light Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
- 1 red deseeded and finely sliced, to serve chilli
- to serve Jasmine Rice
Instructions
3 steps · ~55 minutes total
Step 1
Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6, then roast the peanuts on a baking tray for 5 mins until golden brown. When cool enough to handle, roughly chop. Reduce oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4.
25 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp coconut cream in a large casserole dish with a lid. Add the curry paste and fry for 1 min, then stir in the beef and fry until well coated and sealed. Stir in the rest of the coconut with half a can of water, the potatoes, onion, lime leaves, cinnamon, tamarind, sugar, fish sauce and most of the peanuts. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 2 hrs in the oven until the beef is tender.
25 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 3
Sprinkle with sliced chilli and the remaining peanuts, then serve straight from the dish with jasmine rice.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your thai meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Massaman Beef curry is a beloved dish from Thai cuisine, originating in Thailand. With a total preparation time of about 16 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
Thai cuisine is famous for its bold flavors and the delicate balance of four fundamental tastes: sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Fresh herbs and aromatic ingredients are used extensively.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
For Massaman curry, it's best to use cuts of beef that become tender when slow-cooked, such as chuck roast or brisket.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
