Description
Coconut Beef Curry with Fragrant Basmati Rice and Naan is a delightful culinary experience that combines tender beef simmered in a creamy coconut sauce with aromatic spices, creating a warm and satisfying meal. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, delivering rich flavors without the fuss. The fragrant basmati rice serves as an ideal companion, soaking up the luscious curry, while soft naan adds to the overall comfort. Easy to prepare and customizable based on your spice preference, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef cubes (chuck or stew meat)
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- Fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable or coconut oil
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp curry powder (adjust for heat)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric (optional)
- Juice of lime (for brightness)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Chop onion, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
- Sear beef: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper; sear until browned. Remove from pot.
- Cook aromatics: In the same pot, sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant. Stir in spices and cook for another minute.
- Combine: Return beef to pot; add coconut milk and broth. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat.
- Simmer: Cover partially and let it simmer for about 45 minutes until beef is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with basmati rice and naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of curry with rice (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg