"Massa man curry" is attracted attention from people all over the world, as it was chosen as the 2011 place of "the most delicious food ranking in the world 50" at CNN Go of the CNN international information site, 1 year I will.
In Thailand it is called "Gane Massa Man", in Thai language, "Gane" is curry and "Massassan" is the meaning of Islam.
It's spicy and discreet, easy-to-eat curry with peanuts, chicken and potatoes.
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What is "Massa Man Curry"?
In one theory, it is said that the dish was born in central Thailand due to the Persian messenger who visited the Ayutthaya dynasty in the 16 century and the influence of the trader.
In another theory, it is said that it was transmitted by Arab trade merchants who visited southern Thailand, and I do not know which theory is right.
As it came from Muslims, this curry is made from chicken, beef, lamb, etc. according to Islamic food discipline (Halal), but duck meat, tofu and pork are used in high-grade Thai cuisine Sometimes it is done.
Spice used for 'Massa Man Curry'
While other curries such as red, green and yellow are made on the basis of fresh herbs, Massassan Curry is characterized by using dried spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, octagon etc.
Add chicken, dried chilli, lemon grass, peanut, coconut milk, turmeric etc, add dried spices such as cinnamon, cardamon, octagon, cumin, cloves, and make it fragrant high finish.
Thai curry has many things to boil and finish quickly, but this curry is cooked steadily and it takes time to make it.
Deep richness and aroma of spices arouse appetite, spicy and discreet, high quality sweet flavor.
In Thai curry, spice which is not used so much is contained, so enjoy a unique flavor, and if you say "Massassan Curry", it will be surprised by its mellow and gentle taste.
"Massassan curry" was not very famous
"Massa Man Curry" has been popular as a Thai court dish.
However, since it is curry which is eaten mainly by Muslim living in Thailand, it was a dish not familiar to Thai people in northern and central part.
As the tourist who wants to eat 'Massassan Curry' from all over the world will visit as it gets attention gradually since being evaluated as "the most in the world", restaurants added to the menu are coming out.
Because the taste and ingredients vary depending on the shop, I think that you can compare and eat a lot and enjoy it.
