Description
This Beef Curry is a flavorful and aromatic dish that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Tender beef cubes are simmered in a rich and fragrant curry sauce, infused with warm spices like garam masala, curry powder, and coriander. This recipe is easy to customize with your preferred level of heat and pairs perfectly with rice or naan bread.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chuck roast, diced into 3/4-1 inch cubes
- 1 cup diced onion, about 1 medium onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic, about 4 cloves
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1 large knob
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 3 teaspoons curry powder
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon salt, more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with their juice
- 1 cup water
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss the 2 pounds diced chuck roast and 1 cup diced onion with the 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1 tablespoon garam masala, 3 teaspoons curry powder, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 teaspoon mustard powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon turmeric, and ½ teaspoon red chili powder.
- Brown Beef and Onions: Heat the 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and onion mixture to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and the onions are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add Tomatoes and Water: Pour the 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes and 1 cup water into the pan with the beef and add the 1 bay leaf. Stir everything together and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Simmer Curry: Reduce the heat to low and simmer the curry for 10 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and the curry has cooked down and thickened a bit.
- Season and Serve: Remove the bay leaf, season with additional salt to taste, and serve!
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder to control the heat level.
- You can use other cuts of beef suitable for stewing, such as beef stew meat or sirloin.
- For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of water.
- Add vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or peas for a more complete meal.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions for a fresh touch.
- Serve with rice, naan bread, or roti for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
