Mae Ploy Massaman Curry Paste, 14 oz Tub
Mae Ploy’s Massaman Curry Paste is a rich, aromatic blend of Thai herbs, spices, and shrimp paste that forms the authentic base for classic Massaman curry. Smooth, fragrant, and deeply savory, this paste delivers the warm notes of cinnamon, cardamom, chili, lemongrass, and galangal to create restaurant-quality curry at home. This large 14 oz tub lasts a long time and is perfect for home cooks who love Thai cuisine.
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Key details at a glance
- Authentic Thai massaman curry paste made with traditional ingredients.
- Rich blend of lemongrass, galangal, chili, garlic, spices, and shrimp paste.
- Large 14 oz tub offers excellent value for frequent Thai cooking.
- Perfect balance of savory, aromatic, and slightly sweet flavors.
- Used for curries, marinades, soups, and fusion recipes.
- Amazon’s Choice for Thai curry pastes.
- Vegetarian-friendly product.
How this fits into your cooking
Think of Mae Ploy Massaman Curry Paste, 14 oz Tub as a core tool in your kitchen lineup. Pair it with your favorite Pantry Dropper recipes—whether you're searing, simmering, baking, or finishing dishes—to elevate your cooking with less effort and better results. After you pick it up, explore recipes to put it to work tonight.
Recipes to put this to work
A few ideas from the Pantry Dropper recipe box that pair especially well with this tool.
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
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Smoky BBQ Ground Beef and Cornbread Skillet
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Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Croissant Pockets
Buttery croissants envelop a warm, savory trio of sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melty cheese for a breakfast pocket that's pure bliss.
Roasted Garlic and Tomato Basil Soup with Croutons
Creamy, fragrant, and bursting with roasted garlic sweetness, this soup is comfort in a bowl, crowned with golden, crunchy croutons.
Pantry ingredients to go with it
Stock the pantry with a few ingredients that tend to show up alongside this tool.
Dried Oregano
Dried oregano is a fragrant herb derived from the flowering plant Origanum vulgare. It offers a warm, slightly bitter, and earthy flavor that enhances a variety of dishes.
Naan Bread
Soft, pillowy, and slightly charred, naan bread is a beloved flatbread that hails from the Indian subcontinent. Its tender texture and subtle smoky flavor make it the perfect companion to curries, kebabs, and dals.
Arrowroot Powder
Arrowroot powder is a fine, white starch extracted from the root of the arrowroot plant, Maranta arundinacea, which is indigenous to tropical regions of the Americas. Historically, it has been used by indigenous peoples for its medicinal properties and as a dietary staple. The powder is known for its mild, slightly nutty flavor and aroma, which is subtle enough not to overpower other ingredients in dishes. Its texture is silky and smooth, making it ideal for thickening sauces, gravies, and puddings without imparting any strong taste. In cooking, arrowroot powder behaves as an excellent thickening agent, creating clear, glossy results that remain stable even when chilled. Unlike cornstarch, it thickens at a lower temperature and does not break down as easily with prolonged cooking, making it a versatile choice for a variety of recipes.
Cinnamon Sticks
Cinnamon sticks are the rolled bark of the cinnamon tree, offering a warm, sweet, and aromatic flavor. They are a staple in both sweet and savory dishes around the world.
Shiitake Mushrooms
Shiitake mushrooms are a type of edible fungus native to East Asia, particularly cultivated in China, Japan, and South Korea. These mushrooms have a rich, earthy flavor with an umami depth that adds complexity to dishes. Their texture is firm and meaty, making them a popular choice for vegetarian and vegan cooking as a substitute for meat. Shiitakes possess a smooth, velvety cap with a distinct aroma that is both woodsy and savory. When cooked, they release their moisture and become tender, while their concentrated flavor intensifies, enhancing broths, sauces, and stir-fries.
Rice Flour
Rice flour is a finely milled powder made from rice grains, a staple in many cultures worldwide. Commonly used in Asian cuisines, it is particularly prevalent in Japanese, Indian, and Southeast Asian dishes. It has a mild, slightly sweet flavor with a neutral aroma that allows it to blend seamlessly into both savory and sweet recipes. The texture is smooth and powdery, creating light and tender results in baked goods or crispy textures when used in frying. In cooking, rice flour behaves well as a thickening agent for sauces and gravies, and it excels in gluten-free baking due to its lack of gluten, which can impact structure and texture if not properly managed with other binding ingredients.
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