Massaman Beef Short Rib Curry

Method

1. 1
   • massaman curry paste4 tbsp
   • vegetable oil1 tbsp

   Fry the curry paste — Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the massaman curry paste and fry for 2 minutes until fragrant.

   ⏱2 min
2. 2
   • beef short ribs800 g

   Brown the short ribs — Add the beef short ribs and stir to coat in the paste, browning the meat lightly for about 5 minutes.

   ⏱5 min
3. 3
   • beef short ribs800 g
   • coconut milk4 dl
   • bay leaf2
   • cinnamon stick1
   • water2 dl

   Simmer the beef curry — Pour in the coconut milk and water, then add the cinnamon stick and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.

   ⏱1 hr 30 min
4. 4
   • potato300 g
   • onion1

   Add the potatoes — Stir in the potato and onion wedges. Cover and simmer for a further 25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

   ⏱25 min
5. 5
   • peanuts3 tbsp
   • fish sauce2 tbsp
   • palm sugar2 tbsp
   • tamarind paste2 tbsp

   Finish the curry — Stir in the fish sauce, palm sugar, tamarind paste, and roasted peanuts. Simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes to thicken slightly, then taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

   ⏱5 min