Beef Coconut Curry with Fragrant Rice and Warm Naan
Beef Coconut Curry with Fragrant Rice and Warm Naan is a sumptuous dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and comforting aromas. This delightful recipe features tender beef simmered in creamy coconut milk, enhanced by fragrant spices that create an unforgettable dining experience. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, the addition of warm naan and aromatic rice completes this hearty meal, making it a surefire way to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, mincing the garlic, grating the ginger, and cutting the beef into cubes.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, add oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Stir in garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides; remove excess fat if needed.
- Sprinkle in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and chili flakes; mix well. Add tomato paste and stir to combine.
- Pour in coconut milk and beef broth or water; mix thoroughly and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for about 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving hot with fragrant rice and warm naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg