Massaman Curry
OriginThailand
Year1600s
Key IngredientsBeef/Coconut/Spices
About Massaman Curry
A rich, mild curry with Persian and Indian influences, likely via Muslim traders at the Ayutthaya court. The name may derive from the word for Muslim in Thai. Contains cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, and peanuts, unusual for Thai curries. Regularly ranked among the worlds most delicious foods by global polls. Braised until the beef falls apart.
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