Description
Beef Curry Simmered in Coconut Milk with Fragrant Spices is a beautifully comforting dish that combines tender beef chunks with a rich and creamy coconut sauce. This aromatic curry, infused with a delightful blend of spices, will warm your soul and impress your guests at any gathering. The simplicity of preparation makes it an accessible recipe for cooks of all levels, perfect for both cozy family dinners and festive occasions. Serve it over rice or with naan to complete the meal, and enjoy the sumptuous flavor that develops through slow cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Start by heating your Dutch oven over medium heat. Add some oil if you desire a richer flavor.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the curry powder, ground cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), smoked paprika, and ground coriander.
- Stir well for about 30 seconds until spices are fragrant.
- Increase heat slightly and add the beef chunks to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper. Brown on all sides for about 5–7 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Bring it to a gentle simmer then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and let cook for about 2–2.5 hours or until beef is fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate the beef in spices for at least an hour before cooking. Customize the spice level by adjusting cayenne pepper according to taste. This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or warm naan.