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massaman tofu curry

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Thai-style massaman tofu curry is the ultimate comfort (and healthy) meal! The curry paste is a perfect blend of umami and savory spices including lemongrass, ginger, and star anise that will dance in the simmering coconut broth. Make sure to take breaks while cooking to simply enjoy the wafts of aromatic spices filling your kitchen!ย 

massaman tofu curry

More Thai recipes to try:

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In this recipe, I make my ownย curry paste, which is actually much simpler than it seems. But, in a pinch a good store bought massaman curry paste will save you some time. Traditionally, curry paste is pounded in a mortar, but tossing everything into a blender and pulsing a few times also works.ย 

massaman tofu curry paste ingredients

A traditional Thai massaman curry is made with beef, which is also delicious. However for a lighter meal though, I prefer tofu. If you can find pre-fried tofu that works the best and is really easy to just toss into the curry, but extra firm tofu will work just as well. This recipe can also be made vegan very easily, simply just omit the fish sauce and shrimp paste. You can add some more soy sauce (though you will miss some of those essential Thai flavors).ย 

I prefer using full fat coconut milk as opposed to light coconut milk because it doesn’t break as easily and absorbs the curry paste better. Make sure to serve this delicious massaman tofu curry with some steamed jasmine rice to soak up all broth!ย 

thai massaman tofu curry
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Thai Massaman Tofu Curry

A wonderfully aromatic and delicious Thai curry that comes together easily.
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine southeast asian, Thai
Keyword curry, massaman, tofu, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 (with rice)
Author Max Cozzi

Ingredients

Massaman Curry Paste

  • 1 stalk lemongrass, (trimmed to the bottom 4", smashed with back of a knife)
  • 5-6 (or more) dried thai chilis
  • 1 tsp roasted shrimp paste, (optional, omit if vegan)
  • 1 tsp coriander seed
  • 1 tsp cumin seed
  • 1 tsp cinnamom
  • 4-5 pods cardamom
  • 2-3 star anise
  • 1" ginger or galangal, (peeled and chopped)
  • 1 large shallot, (chopped)
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, (chopped)

Massaman Curry

  • 2 tbsp grapeseed oil, (or other neutral oil)
  • 12 oz coconut milk, (full fat)
  • 1 large head broccoli, (florets trimmed and stalk chopped)
  • 12 oz fried tofu, (or regular firm tofu)
  • 1 handful thai basil, (optional)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce, (omit if vegan)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp chili crisp or chili paste, (optional)
  • cilantro and chopped peanuts, (for serving)
  • steamed jasmine rice, (for serving)

Instructions

Massaman Curry Paste

  • Combine all of the curry paste ingredients into a blender or food processor and pulse until ground up. It's ok if there is still some texture to the paste, you don't want it to be too pureed. Set aside.

Massaman Curry

  • Heat a large sauce pan or dutch oven to medium-high. Add grapeseed oil and the prepared curry paste and saute for about 1 minute until very fragrant.
  • Add the coconut milk and bring to a simmer under medium heat, let the aromatics and coconut milk cook for 3-4 minutes. Then, add the broccoli and tofu and cook until the broccoli is tender, about 7-8 minutes. If the curry starts to dry out, you can add a splash of water or broth.
  • Once the broccoli is cooked through, turn off the heat and add the thai basil, brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, and chili crisp to the curry. stir well until the basil is just wilted.
    massaman tofu curry
  • Serve with steamed jasmine rice and some cilantro and chopped peanuts on top.

Notes

A store bought massaman curry paste will work fine if you can’t find the curry paste ingredients. Also, if you prefer a more brothy curry feel free to add some water or broth to get to your desired consistency.ย 

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