This Slow-Cooker Thai Massaman Curry with Jasmine Rice is the perfect meal for a cold winter night. It's easy to make, and the slow cooker does all the work. The curry is rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. The jasmine rice is the perfect accompaniment, soaking up all the delicious sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
The origins of Massaman curry are shrouded in mystery, but it is believed to have originated in the southern provinces of Thailand, near the border with Malaysia. The dish is likely a fusion of Thai and Malay flavors, and it is thought to have been influenced by the Muslim traders who brought spices and other ingredients to the region. Massaman curry is typically made with a variety of meats, vegetables, and spices, and it is often served with rice or noodles. The curry is known for its rich, complex flavor, and it is a popular dish throughout Thailand and beyond.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 240 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 cup green peas
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons red curry paste
Instructions
In a slow cooker, combine the sweet potato, carrots, bell pepper, peas, coconut milk, vegetable broth, peanut butter, and curry paste.
Stir until well combined.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.
Serve over cooked jasmine rice.
Why It Works
The combination of sweet potato, carrots, bell pepper, and peas adds a variety of textures and flavors to the curry.
The use of coconut milk and peanut butter gives the curry a rich and creamy texture.
The red curry paste provides the curry with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.
The slow cooker allows the flavors to meld and develop over time, resulting in a delicious and flavorful curry.
The jasmine rice is the perfect accompaniment to the curry, soaking up all the delicious sauce.