Mae Ploy Massaman Curry Paste

Mae Ploy Massaman Curry Paste blends warm spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves with traditional Thai ingredients such as lemongrass, galangal, and dried chilies. This unique combination reflects the historical Muslim culinary influence in southern Thailand.

Compared to red or green Thai curry pastes, Mae Ploy's Massaman paste is relatively mild and heavily focused on warm, sweet spices rather than intense heat. It is generally considered one of the least spicy curry options in Thai cuisine.

Yes, like many traditional Thai curry pastes, Mae Ploy Massaman Curry Paste contains fermented shrimp paste (kapi) as a core ingredient. Because of this, the product is not suitable for strict vegans or vegetarians without finding a specific plant-based alternative.

To use the paste, it is typically toasted in a pan with a bit of coconut oil or cream to release its fragrant oils. You then add coconut milk, a protein like chicken or beef, and vegetables like potatoes to create a rich, authentic Massaman curry.