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Love massaman curry? Try these 6 dishes next
If you love massaman curry, order Japanese curry next (97/100 flavor match), then butter chicken and chicken tikka masala. Massaman curry is rich, deeply savory and sweet, and these dishes share that profile.
Japanese curry: rich and sweet curry, like massaman curry.
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Flavor profile
- Rich
- 4 out of 5
- Savory
- 4 out of 5
- Spicy
- 1 out of 5
- Tangy
- 1 out of 5
- Sweet
- 3 out of 5
- Fresh
- 1 out of 5
- Smoky
- 0 out of 5
- Crunch
- 1 out of 5
Thai · curry
6 dishes to try if you love massaman curry
- MATCHJapanese curryRich and sweet curry, like massaman curry.Japanese · curry
- MATCHButter chickenRich and sweet curry, like massaman curry.Indian · curry
- MATCHChicken tikka masalaRich curry, like massaman curry, but smokier.Indian · curry
- MATCHThai green curryRich curry, like massaman curry, but spicier and fresher.Thai · curry
- MATCHNasi gorengRich and sweet, like massaman curry, but smokier.Indonesian · rice dish
- MATCHPalak paneerRich curry, like massaman curry, but less sweet and fresher.Indian · curry
Scores on this page compare editorial flavor profiles between dishes and are the same for everyone. They are not personal app match scores or ratings of a restaurant’s preparation. Recipes and menus vary. How these flavor scores work.
Massaman curry vs its closest matches
Massaman curry vs Japanese curry
97/100 flavor match
Japanese curry is less herby (0 vs 1) than massaman curry. The two rate the same on richness, savoriness, heat, tang, sweetness, smoke and crunch.
Massaman curry vs butter chicken
91/100 flavor match
Butter chicken is richer (5 vs 4), smokier (1 vs 0) and softer (0 vs 1) than massaman curry. The two rate the same on savoriness, heat, tang, sweetness and freshness.
Massaman curry vs chicken tikka masala
77/100 flavor match
Chicken tikka masala is smokier (2 vs 0), spicier (2 vs 1), tangier (2 vs 1) and less sweet (2 vs 3) than massaman curry, and differs on 1 more trait. The two rate the same on richness, savoriness and freshness.
Numbers are Palytt's editorial 0 to 5 trait ratings, written as the match first and the dish you love second.
How to order massaman curry
What it is
Massaman curry is a mild Thai coconut curry with potatoes, peanuts and warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom, usually with beef or chicken.
Ordering tip
It is milder and sweeter than green or red curry. Order jasmine rice to soak up the sauce.
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What dishes are similar to massaman curry?
If you like massaman curry, try Japanese curry, butter chicken and chicken tikka masala. Japanese curry is the closest flavor match (97/100): rich and sweet curry, like massaman curry.
What does massaman curry taste like?
Massaman curry is a mild Thai coconut curry with potatoes, peanuts and warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom, usually with beef or chicken. Its strongest traits: rich, deeply savory, sweet.
What should I order if I want something like massaman curry but different?
Try butter chicken: rich and sweet curry, like massaman curry. It scores 91/100 against massaman curry on flavor.
How is massaman curry different from Japanese curry?
Japanese curry is less herby (0 vs 1) than massaman curry. The two rate the same on richness, savoriness, heat, tang, sweetness, smoke and crunch. Ratings are 0 to 5, written as Japanese curry vs massaman curry. Overall it scores 97/100 against massaman curry on flavor.
How are these food matches scored?
Each dish has a flavor profile rated 0 to 5 on richness, savoriness, heat, tang, sweetness, freshness, smoke and crunch. The match score compares two profiles and gives a small boost to dishes eaten the same way, like two noodle soups. In the Palytt app, your match score uses your own taste instead.
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