Massaman Curry with Beef and Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp massaman curry paste
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 2 medium potatoes, cubed
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
• 1 small onion, quartered
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp palm sugar or brown sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick(optional)
• 1 tbsp tamarind paste(optional)
• 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep all ingredients: cube the beef, dice the potatoes, quarter the onion, and measure out the curry paste, peanuts, and seasonings (about 20 minutes).

2. 2

   In a heavy pot over medium heat, fry the massaman curry paste in 2 tablespoons of the thick coconut cream from the can for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the beef and toss to coat in the paste, searing for 3-4 minutes.

4. 4

   Pour in the remaining coconut milk and 1/2 cup water, add the cinnamon stick, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add the potatoes, onion, peanuts, fish sauce, sugar, and tamarind paste. Simmer uncovered for another 15-20 minutes until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust seasoning with more fish sauce or sugar if needed. Remove the cinnamon stick and serve hot over jasmine rice.