Step 1: Fry the curry base
Curry base
- massaman curry paste1 can (4 oz)~ 115 g
- ghee15 ga spoonful
- fresh ginger, minced10 ga spoonful
- thai chilies, minced, optional1
Add the ghee (or other cooking oil) to a pot or deep pan over medium heat. Add the Massaman curry paste to for a minute or two.
Then add the ginger and Thai chili, if using. Continue cooking the mixture for 2-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly darker in color.
- If the mixture starts sticking aggressively or darkening too quickly, lower the heat slightly.