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Slow Cooker Beef Massaman Curry

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A rich and comforting slow cooker beef Massaman curry with tender beef, creamy coconut milk, roasted peanuts, and a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavors. Easy to prepare and ideal for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons Massaman curry paste (Mae Ploy brand recommended)
  • 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or palm sugar
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2–3 dried bay leaves
  • Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro leaves, thinly sliced red chili, fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely seared. Transfer browned beef to the slow cooker.
  2. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced onion for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and onions soften. Stir in Massaman curry paste and cook for another minute. Transfer mixture to the slow cooker over the beef.
  3. Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, tamarind paste, and brown sugar. Add cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Add peeled and chopped potatoes to the slow cooker, distributing evenly. Sprinkle roasted peanuts over the top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours. Stir gently halfway through cooking.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, remove cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with more fish sauce or sugar if needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced red chili, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

Browning the beef before slow cooking locks in juices and adds depth of flavor. Stir curry paste with aromatics to release essential oils. If curry is too thin, thicken with cornstarch slurry at the end. Adjust seasoning before serving. For gluten-free, verify curry paste and tamarind paste ingredients. Optional garnishes add freshness and brightness.

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