Yes, but only in the sense that there are a ton of delicious spices in this dish. There is no added heat. If you would like some heat I encourage you to add a nice amount of sriracha in there!

Can I substitute white sugar?

Brown sugars have molasses in them which adds to the depth and complexity of flavors in this dish. You can use white sugar, but it will change the flavor of the dish.

What is the difference between Thai curry and Indian curry?

The biggest difference is that Thai curry uses coconut milk which makes the dish sweeter vs Indian curries that use yogurt or cream. Thai curries usually have fish sauce in them that add to the saltiness.

Masaman Curry - A Couple Bites

Description

I vibrant and flavorful curry dish from Thailand that is super tasty over jasmine rice.

Ingredients

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2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced large
1 can 4 oz masaman curry paste
5 cloves chopped garlic
2 tsp grated fresh ginger
2 cans 14 oz (each) full fat coconut milk
1 cup chicken stock
2 tsp fish sauce
1/3 cup roasted unsalted and chopped peanuts
1 lb chicken thighs cut into strips
2 tbsp palm sugar
1 tsp salt
2 medium carrots, peel and sliced 1/8 in thick
1 cinnamon stick
1 juice of one lime
2 tbsp ripped cilantro

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Instructions

Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil on medium heat. Once hot add onion (1 medium) and cook for 3 mins. Next add in the garlic (5 cloves) and ginger (2 tsp). Cook until fragrant, about 2 mins.
Add one can of massaman curry paste and move around the pan to toast for 2 mins. Stir continuously so that it does not burn.
Add coconut milk (2 cans) and chicken stock (1 cup). Mix until incorporated and bring to a simmer. Simmer and keep mixing until the curry paste is dissolved.
Add peanuts (1/3 cup) and chicken (1 lb) and stir. Bring to a simmer. This will take around 5 minutes.
Mix in the rest of the ingredients: fish sauce (1 tsp), brown sugar (1 tbsp), salt (1tsp), potato cubes, carrots, and cinnamon stick. Stir and leave to simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally
After 20 mins, check the potatoes and make sure they are able to easily insert a fork. If not, continue to simmer until you are able to.
Serve over jasmine rice and garnish cilantro and chopped peanuts.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Thai