Bowl of reddish coconut curry with potatoes and meat.

Massaman curry

Thailand · Southeast Asia

Short description
This curry is known for a mellow coconut base and warm spices layered with meat and potatoes.
Ingredients
Coconut milk curry with beef, potato, onion, peanuts, curry paste, cinnamon, cardamom, and fish sauce.
Cultural note
It is associated with Muslim-influenced cooking traditions and restaurant curries served with rice.
Common misconception
It is usually milder and warmer-spiced than many chile-forward curries.

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sripraphai massaman curry

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