Massaman Chicken Curry - Easy and authentic massaman recipe

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, and pork is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is more budget-friendly.

massaman curry paste

💰Cheaper: homemade curry paste

Homemade versions can be cheaper and tailored to personal taste.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

1. In a pot, combine the massaman paste with coconut milk and water, stirring until well mixed.

2. Add the chicken thighs and cook until they are no longer pink.

3. Add diced potatoes and sliced onions to the pot.

4. Stir in the roasted peanuts, coconut syrup or sugar, fish sauce, tamarind juice, and salt.

5. Simmer the curry until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Cooking Techniques

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