Massaman Curry | Kenji's Cooking Show
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Published on Apr 28, 2024
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Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Make Massaman Curry
Ingredients:
- 1 can of full-fat coconut milk
- Meat of your choice (beef, chicken, etc.)
- Sweet potato
- 1 can of Massaman curry paste
- Fish sauce
- Palm sugar
- Lime juice
- Peanuts
- Shrimp paste (optional)
- Vegetables (onions, potatoes, etc.)
Step 1: Preparing the Coconut Milk
- Open the can of coconut milk and separate the fat cream layer from the liquid milk underneath.
- Evaporate the water-based liquid off until the fat is left to be used for frying the ingredients.
Step 2: Preparing the Meat
- Cut the meat into chunks or thick strips.
- Coat the meat with Massaman curry paste in a pan without necessarily browning the meat first.
Step 3: Cooking the Meat
- Add the coconut milk to the pan with the meat and curry paste.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about half an hour.
Step 4: Adding Flavor
- Add shrimp paste to the mixture for additional flavor (optional).
- Ensure the meat is mostly covered with the liquid in the pan.
- Remove any excess scum that forms on the surface of the mixture.
Step 5: Adding Vegetables
- Add vegetables like onions and sweet potatoes to the pan.
- Ensure the vegetables are covered with the liquid in the pan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook until the vegetables are tender.
Step 6: Final Seasoning
- Adjust the seasoning by adding fish sauce, palm sugar, and lime juice to taste.
- If the curry is too sweet, you can balance it out with fish sauce or lime juice.
Step 7: Finishing Touches
- Add peanuts to the curry and let them soften in the mixture.
- Let the curry simmer until everything is tender and cooked through.
Step 8: Serving and Storing
- Check the doneness of the meat and vegetables by testing with a cake tester.
- Serve the Massaman curry with rice or as desired.
- For enhanced flavor, chill the curry overnight to allow it to thicken and improve in taste.
Enjoy your homemade Massaman Curry with its rich flavors and aromatic spices!