Massaman Goat Curry
Ingredients
Directions
Ingredients
1 lb
cubed goat meat (substitute beef, chicken, or lamb if needed)
1 tbsp
vegetable oil
2
(14.5-ounce) cans coconut milk
2 tbsp
Massaman curry paste
2 tbsp
grated ginger
¼ c
roasted peanuts
1
inch piece cinnamon stick
1½ tbsp
palm/coconut sugar
2 tbsp
fish sauce
2 tbsp
tamarind paste, diluted with an equal amount of water
6-8
fresh lime leaves
½ lb
baby potatoes
Massaman Goat Curry
This is a hearty and satisfying curry that’s sure to keep you warm and toasty. Like most stews, it tastes even better the next day (and the day after that). I particularly welcome the addition of kaffir lime leaves, which impart a floral, citrusy note; if you can’t locate kaffir lime leaves, no big deal—the curry is still certain to please.
4 servings
- Pat the goat meat dry with paper towel. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. When very hot, add the goat meat and sear on all sides.
- Add the coconut milk and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the goat is tender, about 2 hours. Drain the braising liquid and set aside.
- Add the curry paste, ginger, peanuts, and cinnamon stick to the pot. Fry over low heat, stirring regularly, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the reserved braising liquid, sugar, fish sauce, tamarind water, lime leaves, and potatoes. Simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Serve.
Linda Schneider
Linda Schneider is a home cook who is obsessed with good food and all things local. Follow her adventures at Wild Greens and Sardines.