Thai Massaman Beef Curry
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Category
Main Course
Cuisine
Thai
Author:
Spice Zen
Servings
4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
50-55 minutes
Total Time
70-75 Minutes
Dietary Information
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy free
A slow-simmered classic Thai Massaman curry featuring beef cooked until meltingly tender in coconut cream and warming spices. The Spice Zen Massaman Curry Spice Blend captures the layered flavour of a traditional Massaman in a convenient, easy-to-cook format, allowing deep, rounded flavours to develop with minimal effort. Ideal for make-ahead meals and effortless home cooking.
Ingredients
Protein
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700 g beef chuck or brisket, cut into 2.5-3 cm cubes
Vegetables
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3 chat potatoes, diced
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2 medium onions, pureed
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2 cloves garlic, smashed
Curry Base
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2 tbsp Spice Zen Sunflower oil
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1½ tbsp Spice Zen Massaman Curry Spice Blend
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400 ml coconut cream
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1 cup water or beef stock
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1 tbsp coconut sugar
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1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
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Salt, to taste
To Finish
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1 tsp lime juice (optional)
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Fried shallots, for garnish
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¼ cup unsalted roasted peanuts, for garnish (optional)
Directions
Heat sunflower oil in a heavy-based pot over medium heat. Add beef and brown lightly on all sides. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add pureed onion and cook until lightly caramelised. Add garlic and cook briefly until aromatic.
Add Spice Zen Massaman Curry Spice Blend and stir until fragrant. Pour in coconut cream and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the coconut oil begins to separate.
Add beef, potatoes, water or stock, coconut sugar, fish sauce (if using) and salt. Stir well, cover and simmer on low heat for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and the curry has thickened.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add lime juice if needed.
Garnish with fried shallots and peanuts if using. Serve warm with steamed jasmine rice.
Chef’s Notes
his curry tastes even better the next day as the flavours deepen.
For very tender beef, keep the simmer gentle and avoid boiling.
These recipes are provided for general inspiration and home use. Results may vary depending on ingredients, equipment and technique. Please check ingredients for allergens and follow safe food handling practices.
