Masaman Curry (Chicken, Beef, or Vegetarian) Recipe

Name: Masaman Curry (Chicken, Beef, or Vegetarian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp or 1 lb tofu or 1 lb chicken or 1 lb beef; 12-1 lb steak-style French fries or 12-1 lb potato; coconut milk; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon white pepper; 4 teaspoons cardamom; 7 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 red chili pepper; 1 lemon peel; 1 small red pepper, thinly sliced; 1 medium tomatoes, sliced; ⅓ cup onion, sliced; 1 ginger; 4 -5 garlic cloves; 1 avocado; 12 fresh orange, juice of; 1 fresh lime, juice of; ¾ teaspoon oyster sauce; 2 tablespoons fish stock; 6 tablespoons Agave; 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 12 chicken or 12 vegetarian broth; 14 unsalted dry-roasted cashews; 2 cups rice

Servings: persons

1 lb shrimp or 1 lb tofu or 1 lb chicken or 1 lb beef
12-1 lb steak-style French fries or 12-1 lb potato
coconut milk
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon white pepper
4 teaspoons cardamom
7 bay leaves
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 red chili pepper
1 lemon peel
1 small red pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium tomatoes, sliced
⅓ cup onion, sliced
1 ginger
4 -5 garlic cloves
1 avocado
12 fresh orange, juice of
1 fresh lime, juice of
¾ teaspoon oyster sauce
2 tablespoons fish stock
6 tablespoons Agave
2 tablespoons coconut oil
12 chicken or 12 vegetarian broth
14 unsalted dry-roasted cashews
2 cups rice

1
Add Coconut Oil to Wok or Large frying pan.
2
Toss in the Ginger, grated Garlic, sliced Onions and Red Spice ( or Pepper) Stir with every addition.
3
Add Broth.
4
Freshly squeeze the lime and add Orange juice Keep heat at a light boil.
5
After every addition stir: Lemon Peel, Bay leaves, minced Cashew nuts, Cumin, White pepper, turmeric, cardamon, Oyster Sauce, Agave (careful not to burn it), fish sauce.
6
Add Main Ingredients.
7
(Coconut Milk, Fries (or potatoes), Protein sliced to strips).
8
Let simmer for 25 minutes Add Cardamon occasionally when stirred.
9
With lip on for a thicker curry.
10
Add Thinly sliced Red Peppers and tomatoes and let simmer for 5 more minutes.
11
Serve.
12
Tossed Cashew nuts with a sliced Avocado and Drizzled Coconut Milk.
13
Add Rice on the side to compliment.

1192

kcal

Calories

Fat

212

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb shrimp or 1 lb tofu or 1 lb chicken or 1 lb beef, 12-1 lb steak-style French fries or 12-1 lb potato, coconut milk, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Masaman Curry (Chicken, Beef, or Vegetarian) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Masaman Curry (Chicken, Beef, or Vegetarian)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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