Rich Aromatic Beef Curry (Print version)
Tender beef cooked slowly with spices, tomatoes, and coconut milk for deep, comforting flavors.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meats
01 - 1¾ lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp plain yogurt
03 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
04 - 1 tsp ground turmeric
05 - 1 tsp salt
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
06 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
07 - 2 large onions, finely chopped
08 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
10 - 2 large tomatoes, chopped
→ Spices
11 - 2 tsp ground coriander
12 - 2 tsp ground cumin
13 - 1 tsp chili powder, adjust to taste
14 - 1 tsp garam masala
15 - 1 tsp ground black pepper
16 - ½ tsp ground cinnamon
→ Liquids
17 - 1 can (13.5 fl oz) coconut milk
18 - 1 cup beef stock
→ Finishing
19 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
20 - Salt, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine beef cubes with yogurt, lemon juice, turmeric, and salt in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes.
03 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot and cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
04 - Stir in ground coriander, cumin, chili powder, garam masala, black pepper, and cinnamon. Cook while stirring constantly for 1 minute.
05 - Add marinated beef to the pot, searing on all sides until browned, approximately 5 minutes.
06 - Incorporate chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
07 - Pour in coconut milk and beef stock. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1½ hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender.
08 - Adjust salt as needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This curry is the perfect comfort meal that feels like a warm hug on chilly nights
- The slow simmer unlocks rich flavors that make every bite unforgettable
02 -
- Marinating the beef is key; skipping this step means missing out on tender, flavorful bites
- Using full-fat coconut milk makes a creamier curry that balances the spices perfectly
03 -
- Always brown the beef well; it adds depth and locks in juices for tender results
- Simmering low and slow is what transforms this into a melt-in-your-mouth dish