Masaman Curry Recipe

Name: Masaman Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3 large dried New Mexico chiles, halved lengthwise, seeded, and torn into large pieces; 2 cardamom pods; 2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh lemongrass; 1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh ginger; 3 garlic cloves, halved; 1 (14-ounce) can less-sodium beef broth, divided; 2 teaspoons peanut oil; 3 cups thinly vertically sliced onion; 1 pound boneless sirloin steak, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 pound small white potatoes, halved; 1/3 cup light coconut milk

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 large dried New Mexico chiles, halved lengthwise, seeded, and torn into large pieces
2 cardamom pods
2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh lemongrass
1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh ginger
3 garlic cloves, halved
1 (14-ounce) can less-sodium beef broth, divided
2 teaspoons peanut oil
3 cups thinly vertically sliced onion
1 pound boneless sirloin steak, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup water
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound small white potatoes, halved
1/3 cup light coconut milk

1
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add first 6 ingredients; cook 2 minutes or until fragrant, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; cool 5 minutes. Place spice mixture in a food processor; add lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and 1/4 cup broth. Process 1 minute, scraping sides occasionally; set aside.
2
Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion; cook 3 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in spice mixture; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add beef, and cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in remaining broth and water, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Stir in tamarind paste, salt, and potatoes; bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour or until beef is very tender. Remove from heat; stir in coconut milk.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Masaman Curry falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Masaman Curry

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