Plant Based Massaman Meatball Curry
with Rice & Green Beans
- Peanut
- May contain traces of allergens
- Nuts
We love a good Plant Based Massaman Meatball Curry and this deliciously simple, chef-curated recipe doesn't disappoint. Time to bust out the pots and pans!
Ingredients
50
Massaman Curry Paste
200
Coconut Milk
8
Linda McCartney Vegetarian Meatballs
150
Long Grain Rice
80
Green Beans
1
Onion
30
Tomato Puree
2
Garlic Clove
25
Salted Peanuts
(Contains: Peanut May contain traces of: Nuts)
1
Spring Onion
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Instructions
a) Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with a 0.25 tsp of salt for the rice. b) When boiling, add the rice and simmer until tender, 12 mins. c) Drain in a sieve.
a) Meanwhile, halve, peel and finely chop the onion. b) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). c) Trim the green beans then chop into thirds. d) Trim the spring onions then thinly slice. e) Roughly chop the peanuts.
a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium frying pan on a medium high heat. b) When hot, add the Linda McCartney meatballs. c) Fry the balls turning frequently until golden and starting to brown all over, 3-4 mins.
a) Once the balls are browned, add the chopped onion and green beans. b) Cook until tender, stirring frequently, 3-4 mins.
a) Add the garlic, tomato puree and massaman curry paste, cook stirring frequently for 1 minute. b) Add the coconut milk and stir together. c) Bring to a boil, season with salt and pepper and simmer until the beans are tender, 2-3 mins. Add a splash of water to loosen if you need to. d) Once cooked, taste and season with salt and pepper if you feel it needs it.
a) Share the rice between your bowls. b) Top with the curry. c) Sprinkle over the spring onion and chopped peanuts. d) Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many enjoyed the creamy, tasty sauce, though some found it could use more spice or authentic Massaman flavour.
- Ease of prep: Customers appreciated how quick and simple this dish was to prepare, with clear instructions.
- Suggestions: Consider offering brown rice, adding more vegetables like peppers or spinach, and including a squeeze of lime.
- Portions: Several reviewers mentioned generous, filling portions, though some wanted more sauce or vegetables.
- Meatballs: Opinions varied widely; some loved the plant-based meatballs, whilst others found the texture or flavour off-putting.
