• If you are cooking the rice then start with the rice now and cook according to the instructions.
• If you are using microwaveable rice then start with your beef.
• Sear the beef - heat a little oil in a pan over a high heat. Place the beef slices in the pan, sear them both sides - then remove.

Lets make the curry base

• Reduce the heat of the pan, add the quartered onion and fry for a minute
• Add the massaman paste and fry for 1 minute then pour in the coconut milk. Mix well for a further 2-3 minutes.

Add the vegetables

• Add the ginger chicken stock pot and the tamarind. Mix well and gently bring to the boil
• Add the green bean and half the peanuts if using
• Add the beef back to the pan
• Cook your microwave rice now if using
• Serve up and enjoy