Chicken Massaman Curry

Chicken Massaman Curry

Chicken Massaman Curry is one of the easiest and most delicious savory Thai curry dishes. With chicken and potatoes cooked into a sweet, slightly spicy sauce, it's a flavor explosion!

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces Massaman curry paste

    you will have to get this at your local Asian market

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 28 ounces unsweetened coconut milk

    full fat from a can

  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger

    you can use fresh, I just used the powder

  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

    packed

  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce)

    (optional, just gives it a brighter flavor

  • 1 onion

    sliced thin

  • 1 pound chicken

    Sliced VERY thin, I used partially thawed chicken from the freezer. It's easy to slice.

  • 4 medium potatoes

    peeled, cubed

  • 2 carrots

    peeled, sliced

  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter)

    (creamy or crunchy

  • 1/2 cup peanuts
  • sriracha sauce
    To taste. This is what adds the spiciness.
  • red pepper flakes
    to taste
  • jasmine rice

    cooked

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat vegetable oil in an extra large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in curry paste; cook and stir for about 2-3 minutes. This is strong, make sure your windows are open and a fan is blowing.

  2. 2

    Add 1 can coconut milk and stir until well blended. Add ginger, cilantro, sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and Worcestershire. Bring to a boil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and chicken. Reduce to a simmer. When chicken is white and cooked through (about 5 min or so) add another can of coconut milk and bring back to a boil.

  4. 4

    Add remaining ingredients (except for the rice) and stir until everything is well mixed. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are no longer crunchy in the middle. Serve hot over Jasmine rice and garnish with extra cilantro and/or limes if desired.

Chicken Massaman Curry

Chicken Massaman Curry

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About this Recipe

Craving a truly exceptional Thai curry that's both comforting and bursting with flavor? This Chicken Massaman Curry recipe brings the authentic sweet and slightly spicy taste you love right into your kitchen. It's one of the easiest and most delicious savory Thai curry dishes you can master at home.

What makes this dish so irresistible is the harmonious blend of rich, full-fat coconut milk with fragrant Massaman curry paste, creating a deeply savory foundation. The tender chicken and soft, cubed potatoes absorb all those incredible flavors, making every spoonful a pure delight. This careful balance of ingredients promises a true "flavor explosion" that perfectly combines sweetness and a gentle heat.

You're in for a treat with this Chicken Massaman Curry. Imagine succulent, thinly sliced chicken and melt-in-your-mouth potatoes bathed in a lusciously thick, aromatic sauce. The initial sweetness from brown sugar is beautifully complemented by the tang of lime and fish sauce, with a subtle warmth from ginger. You'll experience a nuanced spice profile that can be adjusted to your liking, leaving you feeling wonderfully satisfied and craving more. This savory curry offers a complex yet approachable taste that's a joy to create and eat.

Customization & Serving Ideas

You can easily tailor this Massaman curry to your preferences. For an extra kick, feel free to increase the sriracha sauce and red pepper flakes to taste, ensuring your ideal level of spiciness. If you're out of fresh ginger, remember that powdered ginger works perfectly fine, as noted in the recipe, maintaining that warm, aromatic quality. The Worcestershire sauce is an optional addition that helps brighten the overall flavor profile, so don't hesitate to include it if you have it on hand.

This delicious savory Thai curry is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special meal with friends. Serve it generously over fluffy jasmine rice to soak up every last drop of the incredible sauce, ensuring a truly complete and satisfying experience.

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