Authentic Beef Massaman Curry

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Beef chuck steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 tbsp Massaman curry paste
• 28 oz Coconut milk, full fat
• 2 large Waxy potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium Yellow onion, wedged
• 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts
• 3 tbsp Fish sauce
• 2 tbsp Palm sugar
• 2 tbsp Tamarind paste
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 2 whole Star anise(optional)
• 4 whole Cardamom pods, bruised(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large heavy-bottomed pot, simmer half of the coconut milk over medium heat until the oil begins to separate from the cream.

2. 2

   Add the Massaman curry paste to the coconut cream and fry for 3-5 minutes until highly fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the beef cubes to the pot and stir to coat in the paste, searing the edges slightly.

4. 4

   Pour in the remaining coconut milk and add the cinnamon stick, star anise, and cardamom pods.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 90 minutes or until the beef is starting to get tender.

6. 6

   Add the potatoes, onions, and peanuts to the pot and continue to simmer for another 20-25 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in the fish sauce, palm sugar, and tamarind paste, adjusting the balance of salty, sweet, and sour to your preference.

8. 8

   Remove the whole spices and serve hot with jasmine rice.