Thailand • Main course

Massaman Beef Curry

Make massaman beef curry at home with measured ingredients and clear, individual cooking steps. An original BestFoodBook home-kitchen adaptation inspired by Thailand's cuisine.

Spicy
Prep20 min
Cook120 min
Servings6
Massaman Beef Curry
Category illustration (not this exact prepared recipe). Andy Li · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons; full source/license: /credits

Method

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Heat oil in a heavy pot and fry curry paste for 1 minute.

  2. 02

    Step 2

    Stir in 200 ml coconut milk, then add beef and turn to coat.

  3. 03

    Step 3

    Add remaining coconut milk, water, cinnamon and cardamom. Cover and simmer gently for 75 minutes.

  4. 04

    Step 4

    Add potatoes, onions and peanuts; simmer 30–40 minutes until beef and potatoes are tender.

  5. 05

    Step 5

    Season with fish sauce, tamarind and sugar. Remove whole spices before serving.

Nutrition

Nutrition has not been calculated for this recipe.

Editorial recipe. Preparation may vary by region; not independently kitchen-tested.

Source: BestFoodBook original editorial recipe; not kitchen-tested