Description
A rich, relatively mild Thai curry with Persian/Islamic influences. Features chunks of meat, potatoes, and peanuts in a sweet, highly spiced coconut gravy.
Restaurants serving Massaman Curry
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs
- Potatoes
- Peanuts
- Coconut milk
- Massaman paste(contains cinnamon/star anise)
Instructions
- Fry paste in coconut cream until oil separates.
- Add chicken, large potato chunks, roasted peanuts.
- Simmer with tamarind and palm sugar.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Cinnamon、Star anise、Cardamom
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Store-bought paste, Peanut butter
Pairing
White Rice / Roti
Trivia
[Difference] While other Thai curries use fresh herbs, Massaman heavily utilizes 'dry spices' (cinnamon/cardamom) due to its Islamic roots, like an IN-TH fusion.
Eating tips & etiquette
The least spicy of Thai curries; very mild and sweet, making it hugely popular for those who dislike heat.
Allergen
Chicken/Beef, Peanuts, Shrimp (in paste)