Description
Coconut Curry Beef is a delightful fusion of comfort and exotic flavors, perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender beef slow-cooked in a creamy coconut sauce, enriched with aromatic spices that dance on your palate. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this recipe is sure to impress with its rich taste and simple preparation. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside fresh bread to soak up the delicious sauce, making every bite an experience to remember.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tsp fish sauce (or substitute with soy sauce)
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in red curry paste, coriander, turmeric, paprika, and cayenne pepper; mix well.
- Add the beef cubes; sear until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk and beef broth; stir to combine.
- Add fish sauce (or soy sauce), brown sugar, and lime juice. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for approximately 2 hours until beef is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like bell peppers or carrots. Adjust spice levels according to your preference by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper. Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes after cooking for enhanced flavor melding.