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Slow Baked Massaman Beef Curry

Thai Massaman Curry
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Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 3 tbsp Massaman curry paste
  • 2 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to season beef
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil for browning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1-inch piece ginger, sliced (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 2–3 kaffir lime leaves (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Pat beef cubes dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the beef in batches, then transfer to a baking dish.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat and sauté onions, garlic, and ginger (if using) until softened.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, Massaman curry paste, fish sauce, palm sugar, and lime juice.
  6. Add the sautéed aromatics to the beef in the baking dish.
  7. Pour the coconut curry mixture over the beef, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  8. Add potatoes, carrots, and any optional spices (cinnamon, lime leaves) to the dish and stir to combine.
  9. Sprinkle half the chopped peanuts over the mixture.
  10. Cover tightly with a lid or foil and bake for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  11. Let stand for 10-15 minutes after removing from the oven.
  12. Remove whole spices before serving.
  13. Garnish with remaining peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
  14. Serve hot over jasmine rice.

Notes

  • For deeper flavor, lightly toast whole spices in a dry pan before adding them to the curry.
  • The curry tastes even better the next day after flavors have had time to develop.
  • For a thicker sauce, leave the dish uncovered during the last 30 minutes of baking.
  • Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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