Massaman Curry
Ingredients
Serves 4 people
- 300g Tofu (vegan-option)
- 1/2 lb. prawns (seafood option)
- 1 large skinless chicken breast, cubed (meat option)
- 2 tbsp coconut or olive oil
- 3 medium shallots, thinly sliced or 1 small onion
- ½ – 1 tsp whole cumin seed or powder
- ½ – 1 tsp whole coriander seed or powder
- 5 tbsp red curry past
- 300g new potatoes cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 tins coconut milk
- 1-1 ½ cups water
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon OR
- ½ – 1 tsp Mixed Spice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 1-2 tbsp lime or lemon juice
Optional toppings
- Lime wedges
- Fresh coriander
- Steamed green vegetables
- Roasted salted peanuts, chopped
Method
- Gently heat oil in a large saucepan, add shallots and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add whole or ground cumin and coriander, continue stirring, then add red curry paste and cook for a further minute.
- Add potatoes and carrots, mix well, then add coconut milk, a little water, cinnamon, or mixed spice, soya sauce, maple syrup, and peanut butter. (Reserve lime juice for later).
- The liquid should cover all of the ingredients — if it does not, add a bit more coconut milk or water to cover. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Once it reaches a low boil, reduce heat to a simmer (add shrimp or chicken) and cook for 10-15 minutes uncovered. If using Tofu, simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add lime or lemon juice in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Then taste and adjust flavour as needed, adding more lime for acidity, salt or soya sauce for saltiness, curry paste for heat / more intense curry taste, maple syrup for sweetness, cinnamon or mixed spice for warmth, or peanut butter for creaminess / more intense peanut flavor.
- Stir and cook a few minutes more. Then turn off heat and let stand for at least 5 minutes before serving (this allows the flavours to blend).
- To serve, enjoy as is or with a side of rice, cauliflower rice, quinoa, or steamed greens.
- Top with fresh lime juice, coriander, and roasted peanuts or cashews if you prefer.
Enjoy!