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Lamb Shank Massaman Curry

A rich and tender lamb shank massaman curry, slow-cooked to perfection with potatoes and Thai eggplants in a fragrant coconut milk sauce.

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6h
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Ingredients

  • vegetable oil
  • massaman curry paste
  • coconut milk
  • brown sugar
  • lamb shanks
  • chives
  • potatoes
  • Thai eggplants
  • rice
  • fresh cilantro
  • red chili
  • lime

Method

  1. 1

    Add oil to a pressure cooker or slow cooker set to a sauté function.

  2. 2

    Add the massaman curry paste and fry for a minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Pour in the coconut milk and stir until the paste is fully dissolved.

  4. 4

    Stir in the brown sugar until combined. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

  5. 5

    Carefully place the two lamb shanks into the sauce.

  6. 6

    Add the chopped chives.

  7. 7

    Add the quartered potatoes.

  8. 8

    Add the halved Thai eggplants.

  9. 9

    Stir everything gently to coat with the sauce.

  10. 10

    Secure the lid on the pressure cooker and set the valve to "Seal".

  11. 11

    Select the "Slow cook" or a similar meat/stew setting. Set the timer for 6 hours.

  12. 12

    Once the cooking time is complete, carefully release the pressure by turning the valve to "Vent".

  13. 13

    Open the lid. The lamb shanks should be extremely tender and falling off the bone.

  14. 14

    Serve the lamb shanks and curry in a bowl.

  15. 15

    Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced red chili.

  16. 16

    Serve with a side of herbed rice and lime wedges.

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