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Coconut-Infused Beef Curry Recipe

Coconut-Infused Beef Curry Recipe for Cozy Family Dinners

This Coconut-Infused Beef Curry Recipe transforms a simple dinner into an extraordinary experience, perfect for cozy nights at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1.5 pounds beef chuck or stew meat cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil as substitute
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste or curry powder as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes optional, adjust to taste
For the Sauce
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup beef broth or vegetable stock as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce or tamari

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Sauté one large sliced onion until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of red curry paste, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the pot. Mix thoroughly for 1 minute, allowing spices to release their aromas.
  3. Add 1.5 pounds of beef chuck or stew meat, and brown the beef on all sides for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in one can of full-fat coconut milk, 1 cup of beef broth, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar or honey, and 1 tablespoon of fish sauce or soy sauce. Stir until well combined.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the curry simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Once the beef is tender, remove from heat and serve over jasmine rice or with naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This dish improves in flavor when made ahead, allowing the spices to deepen. Consider adding fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime before serving.

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