Coconut Braised Beef Curry
Coconut Braised Beef Curry is a mouthwatering dish that envelops tender beef in a rich, creamy sauce, making it the perfect centerpiece for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This recipe harmoniously blends aromatic spices with the lusciousness of coconut milk, resulting in a comforting meal sure to please any palate. Serve this delightful curry over steamed rice to soak up every drop of its flavorful sauce. With straightforward preparation steps, you can easily whip up this dish and enjoy a hearty dinner that warms both the stomach and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, optional, for heat
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients by chopping onions, mincing garlic, and grating ginger.
- Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Brown the beef chunks on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate spices (curry powder, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika) and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste followed by coconut milk and broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; braise for about 2-3 hours until beef is tender. Stir occasionally.
- Serve hot over steamed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg