Mussamun Beef Curry

Rich, aromatic, and deeply comforting, Mussamun Beef Curry is a Thai classic that masterfully balances sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Tender chunks of beef chuck are simmered to perfection in a luscious coconut milk base infused with Mussamun curry paste, fragrant spices like cinnamon and cardamom, and the creamy nuttiness of roasted peanuts. Hearty potatoes and sweet onion wedges make this dish a complete and satisfying meal, while palm sugar, tamarind paste, and fish sauce create a perfectly harmonious flavor profile. Ready in about two hours, this slow-cooked curry is ideal for a cozy dinner, served steaming hot with jasmine rice. Perfect for curry lovers seeking exotic Thai cuisine at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
• 800 ml coconut milk
• 100 grams Mussamun curry paste
• 300 grams potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 large onion, cut into wedges
• 50 grams roasted peanuts
• 2 tablespoons palm sugar
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
• 250 ml water
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 cardamom pods
• 2 bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Heat the cooking oil in a large pot or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the Mussamun curry paste and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 2

Gradually add 200 ml of the coconut milk, stirring constantly, and cook for 3-5 minutes until the oil begins to separate and the sauce becomes fragrant.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes and stir until they are well coated in the curry mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the beef to brown slightly.

Step 4

Pour in the remaining coconut milk and water. Add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the potatoes, onion wedges, and roasted peanuts. Stir to combine and simmer for an additional 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.

Step 6

Stir in the palm sugar, fish sauce, and tamarind paste. Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning as needed, balancing the sweetness, saltiness, and tanginess.

Step 7

Once the curry has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat. Discard the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and bay leaves.

Step 8

Serve the Mussamun Beef Curry hot with steamed jasmine rice, garnished with additional roasted peanuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2314.4 grams (2314.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2681

Total Fat 159.80g	205%
Saturated Fat 50.10g	251%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.70g
Cholesterol 375mg	125%
Sodium 4485mg	195%
Total Carbohydrate 211.50g	77%
Dietary Fiber 19.00g	68%
Total Sugars 108.60g
Protein 116.50g	233%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 334mg	26%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 4791mg	102%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 30.8%