Massaman Duck Curry
Rich, aromatic Thai curry with duck, potatoes, and peanuts. Slow-simmered until the duck is tender and flavors deepen—comfort in a bowl.
- Total time
- 55 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat duck dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch chunks. Cut onion into wedges.
Step 3
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high. Sear duck in batches until browned, ~3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add curry paste to the pot and stir over medium heat until fragrant, ~90 seconds.
Step 5
Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine. Return duck to the pot.
Step 6
Add potatoes, peanuts, fish sauce, sugar, and tamarind. Bring to a simmer.
Step 7
Cover and simmer 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and duck is cooked through.
Step 8
Stir in onion and simmer uncovered 5 more minutes until onion softens slightly.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, fish sauce, or lime juice as needed.
Step 10
Serve hot with rice and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid (5-quart minimum)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- paper towels
- measuring spoons
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