Massaman Curry with Chicken

Prepare Massaman Curry with Chicken using coconut milk, spices, and vegetables cooked slowly for rich flavors.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Chicken Thighs (boneless and skinless, cut into chunks)800Grams
Coconut Milk (full-fat)800Milliliters
Massaman Curry Paste (store-bought or homemade)100Grams
Potatoes (medium-sized, peeled and cubed)3Count
Onion (large, sliced)1Count
Peanuts (roasted and unsalted)100Grams
Fish Sauce3Tbsp
Brown Sugar2Tbsp
Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)2Tbsp
Cinnamon Stick1Count
Cardamom Pods (lightly crushed)4Count
Bay Leaves2Count
Vegetable Oil2Tbsp
Water250Milliliters

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add massaman curry paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add chicken chunks to the pot and stir to coat with the curry paste. Cook for 5 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned.
  3. Pour in coconut milk and water, then add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and bay leaves. Stir well.
  4. Add potatoes and onion to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Stir in fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Add roasted peanuts and simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Prep

  • Thaw chicken if frozen

Kitchen equipment

Large PotCurry Paste