Massaman Curry

Step 1: Fry the curry base

Curry base

  • Massaman curry paste
    1 can (4 oz)~115 g
  • Ghee
    15 ga spoonful
  • Fresh ginger, minced
    10 ga spoonful
  • Red Thai chiles, optional, minced
    1

Add the ghee (or other cooking oil of choice) to a pot or deep pan over medium heat. Add the Massaman curry paste to for a minute or two.

Then add the ginger and Thai chili if using. Continue cooking the mixture for 2-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly darker in color.

  • If the mixture starts sticking aggressively or darkening too quickly, lower the heat slightly.