Short Ribs in Massaman Curry
Short Ribs in Massaman Curry pairs fall-apart beef with a creamy coconut base layered in warm spices, creating a balanced richness with gentle heat. It’s a comforting, aromatic dish that feels special enough for a weekend dinner yet cozy enough for a chilly weeknight. Serve with steamed rice to soak up the luxurious sauce.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Short Ribs in Massaman Curry, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 62 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 20 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 52 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 53
- Heart Health
- 85
- Metabolic
- 43
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 35
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Sauté function.
- 2
Heat the Pot for 2 minutes, then add vegetable oil.
- 3
Add ribs, 3 to 4 at a time, and sear until nicely browned, about 2 minutes per side; repeat with the remaining ribs.
- 4
Transfer the ribs to a plate and set aside.
- 5
Stir the curry paste, ginger, and garlic into the hot Pot, scraping the browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon for about 2 minutes.
- 6
Pour in the coconut milk, then stir in the turmeric, curry powder, cumin, red chile powder, and garlic salt.
- 7
Carefully return the ribs to the Pot and fold to coat them with the curry sauce.
- 8
Close and lock the lid.
- 9
Select the Meat/Stew function as directed by the manufacturer and set the timer for 25 minutes, allowing 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 10
Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.
- Calories 453.8 kcal High 23%
- Protein 19.09 g Good Source 38%
- Carbohydrate 17.41 g 6%
- Total Fat 33.37 g High 43%
- Saturated Fat 14.9 g High 75%
- Trans Fat 1.01 g High --
- Cholesterol 51.04 mg Moderate 17%
- Sodium 89.66 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 5.78 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 2.3 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 163.77 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 5.32 mg Good Source 30%
- Potassium 336.87 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 10.96 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.23 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.83 mcg Low Source 4%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Short Ribs in Massaman Curry is made with 11 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Short Ribs, Coconut Milk, Curry Paste, and Curry Powder. Each serving provides about 453.8 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Short Ribs in Massaman Curry made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Short Ribs, Coconut Milk, Curry Paste, Curry Powder, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Short Ribs in Massaman Curry?
- About 1 hr in total: 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 453.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Short Ribs in Massaman Curry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 10 steps.
- Is Short Ribs in Massaman Curry healthy?
- Short Ribs in Massaman Curry has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 453.8 calories and 19.09 g of protein, or 38% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 14.9 g (75% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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