Slow Cooker Massaman Curry

A fragrant southern Thai dish featuring tender meat, potatoes, and peanuts slow-cooked in a rich, coconut-based curry sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 881.3 kcals 3525.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 36.6 grams 146.5 grams
Fat 63.5 grams 254.1 grams
Protein 40.7 grams 162.8 grams
Cook Time
480 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
tsp
CondimentsSauces
1
tbsp
Fish Sauce
plus extra to taste
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
zest and juice; extra for wedges
Liquids
400
ml
Meat
800
g
Lamb Shoulder
boned, cut into matchbox-size pieces; can substitute with beef shin
NutsSeeds
0.5
bunch
Coriander
stalks finely chopped, leaves for garnish
6
piece
Kaffir Lime Leaves
freeze-dried
1
handful
Peanuts
roasted unsalted, roughly chopped
Vegetables
500
g
5
cm
Ginger
fresh root, finely grated

Steps

  • Place the potatoes in the slow cooker.
  • Brown the meat in batches in a hot frying pan and transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Fry the curry paste, coriander stalks, and ginger for a few minutes until fragrant.
  • Add coconut milk, bring to a boil, and season with sugar, lime zest, fish sauce, and lime leaves.
  • Pour the sauce over the meat and potatoes.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until tender.
  • Skim off excess fat and stir in lime juice and additional fish sauce to taste.
  • Serve topped with coriander leaves and chopped peanuts.