Introduction
Get ready to discover a truly special dish: Beef Short Rib Massaman Curry! This incredible Thai curry is famous for its rich, aromatic sauce and wonderfully tender meat. Our version, with succulent beef short ribs, elevates it to pure comfort food, promising melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness with every bite.
While this curry tastes incredibly luxurious and complex, it’s surprisingly simple to make at home. Most of the cooking time is hands-off, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully and the beef to become fall-apart tender. You just need a little patience, and the magic will happen almost on its own.
Prepare to fill your home with the most amazing aromas as this curry simmers. This recipe will guide you step-by-step to create a truly special meal that your taste buds will absolutely adore. You’re going to love it!
Cooking Time & Prep Time
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 180 minutes (3 hours)
- Total Time: 210 minutes (3 hours 30 minutes)
Small tip: You can save time by chopping your vegetables and measuring out all your spices while the short ribs are browning. This makes the rest of the cooking process much smoother!
Ingredients
Servings: 6
For the Short Ribs:
- 1.5 kg (about 3-4 lbs) beef short ribs, bone-in or boneless, cut into 2-3 inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Massaman Curry Base:
- 4 tablespoons Massaman curry paste (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (400ml/13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk, divided
- 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, sliced
For the Curry Sauce:
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste (or 1 tablespoon lime juice for a milder tang)
- 3-4 bay leaves
- 2 star anise pods
- ½ cup roasted peanuts, unsalted
- 3-4 small potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 300g)
- 2 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
For Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Extra roasted peanuts, crushed
- Sliced red chilies (for extra heat and color)
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1
