MASSAMAN CURRY PASTE

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This is a curry paste used in Thai cooking. You can substitute shallot for the yellow onion, if desired.

Provided by Drew Boone

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons small dried red chile peppers - stemmed, seeded, and chopped
2 tablespoons whole cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground mace
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
½ cup chopped garlic
½ cup onion, chopped
3 stalks fresh lemon grass, trimmed and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger, or more to taste
1 tablespoon shrimp paste
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Place dried chile peppers in a small bowl and cover with warm water; soak until rehydrated, about 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir cumin seeds, coriander seeds, peppercorns, and whole cloves in hot skillet until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer spices to a small bowl to cool completely. Grind spices into a fine powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
  • Return skillet to medium heat. Cook and stir cinnamon, mace, nutmeg, cardamom in hot skillet until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer spices to a separate small bowl to cool.
  • Process garlic, onion, lemon grass, rehydrated chile peppers, ginger, shrimp paste, and salt in a food processor until smooth. Add all spices and process until smooth and well-mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 294.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Jessica Patterson
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This curry paste is a great way to add some flavor to your favorite dishes. I've used it in curries, stir-fries, and even soups. It's always a hit!


Salih Ahmet
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this curry paste is perfect for me. It has a mild heat level that doesn't overwhelm the other flavors.


Abdul Wahab Abdul wahab
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This curry paste is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes just like the curry paste I get from my local Thai restaurant.


Gary Turner
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I was looking for a curry paste that was easy to make and had a great flavor. This one definitely fits the bill. I'll be using it again and again.


gaming boos rubel
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This curry paste is a great way to add some spice to your life. It's perfect for curries, stir-fries, and even soups.


KHEMIKHAL GH
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I'm not a huge fan of curry, but this paste is really good. It's not too spicy and it has a great flavor. I'll definitely be using it again.


suresh Lumba
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This curry paste is a game-changer! It makes the most delicious massaman curry. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


SSOZI Richard
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I've tried a lot of curry pastes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and easy to use. I highly recommend it.


Infinix Hot 9
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This is my new favorite curry paste. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've used it to make massaman curry, pad thai, and even a stir-fry. It's always a hit!


Nurjamal Hossain
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I was skeptical at first, but this curry paste is actually really good. It's not too spicy and it has a great flavor. I'll definitely be buying it again.


Balogun Israel
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This curry paste is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. I've used it in stir-fries, curries, and even soups. It's always a hit!


Rajan Rasaili
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I tried this recipe for the first time last night and it was a huge success! The curry paste was so easy to make and the curry itself was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Raof Islam
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This is the best curry paste I've ever used. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I've used it to make massaman curry, pad thai, and even a stir-fry. It's always a hit!


Gaming SHakil
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This curry paste is amazing! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can control the heat level by adjusting the amount of chili peppers. I've made this paste several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.