Irresistible Coconut Beef Curry Bursting with Bold Flavor

🥥🍛 Coconut Beef Curry

Rich, creamy, and full of flavor – perfect with steamed rice!

📝 Ingredients:

▶️2 lbs (900g) beef chuck or stewing beef, cut into chunks

▶️2 tablespoons vegetable oil

▶️1 onion, finely chopped

▶️4 garlic cloves, minced

▶️1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated

▶️1 ½ tablespoons curry powder

▶️1 teaspoon turmeric powder

▶️1 can (13.5 oz / 400ml) coconut milk

▶️1 cup beef stock

▶️2 tablespoons tomato paste

▶️1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce as a substitute)

▶️1 teaspoon sugar

▶️2 cups chopped vegetables (e.g., carrots, potatoes, or bell peppers)

▶️Salt and pepper to taste

▶️Fresh cilantro, for garnish

▶️Steamed rice, for serving

👨‍🍳 Directions:

◾️1. Brown the Beef:

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the beef chunks in batches and sear until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

◾️2. Sauté Aromatics:

In the same pot, add a little more oil if needed, then sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

◾️3. Add Spices:

Stir in the curry powder and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and deepen their flavor.

◾️4. Build the Sauce:

Pour in the coconut milk and beef stock. Stir in the tomato paste, fish sauce, and sugar. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.

◾️5. Simmer the Curry:

Return the beef to the pot. Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.

◾️6. Add the Vegetables:

In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the chopped vegetables. Cook until they are tender but not mushy.

◾️7. Finish and Serve:

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro, alongside steamed rice.

✅ 3 Tips for the Perfect Coconut Beef Curry:

🔸 Low & Slow is Best:

Simmering the beef gently over low heat for a long time makes it melt-in-your-mouth tender and allows the flavors to fully develop.

🔹 Use Full-Fat Coconut Milk:

For the richest and creamiest texture, always go with full-fat coconut milk instead of light versions.

🔸 Customize the Veggies:

This curry works great with a variety of vegetables like sweet potatoes, green beans, or zucchini—add them depending on your taste or what’s in season!