Lamb massaman is a luxurious variant of massaman curry, considered one of the most delicious dishes in the world by CNN in 2011. Its Persian and Muslim roots are reflected in cardamom, cinnamon and peanut. The tender lamb elevates it to a celebration dish.
Thai
lamb massaman
Thai lamb massaman with coconut, peanut, cinnamon and cardamom.
- thailand
- MAIN COURSES
- High protein
- medium-high
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 520 kcal
- Protein 34 g
- Fiber 4 g
- Carbohydrates 28 g
- Fat 32 g
- Sodium 820 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Lamb massaman is a Thai preparation with high difficulty. Reserve about 140 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 120 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 800 g of lamb shoulder in pieces.
- Have ready: 400 ml of coconut milk.
- Have ready: 3 tablespoons of massaman curry paste.
- Have ready: 2 potatoes in pieces.
- Have ready: 1 onion in wedges.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Heat oil in a pot and fry massaman pasta with bay leaf and cinnamon for 3…
Heat oil in a pot and fry massaman pasta with bay leaf and cinnamon for 3 minutes.
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Add lamb and brown on all sides for 5 minutes
Add lamb and brown on all sides for 5 minutes. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later
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Add half of the coconut milk and cook covered for 30 minutes.
Add half of the coconut milk and cook covered for 30 minutes.
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Add potato
Add potato, onion and rest of coconut; cook 45 more minutes.
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Season with fish sauce
Season with fish sauce, sugar, tamarind and cardamom.
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Serve with chopped peanuts and jasmine rice
Serve with chopped peanuts and jasmine rice.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegetarian version replacing the meat with sautéed mushrooms or cooked legumes.
- Version with seasonal white fish instead of the main fish.
- Version with whole wheat pasta or brown rice for greater fiber content.
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