Hearty Meat Curry
Dive into comfort food heaven with this Hearty Meat Curry, a flavorful dish brimming with bold spices and rich aromas. Perfect for beef, lamb, or chicken, this one-pot wonder combines toasted curry powder, cumin, and coriander with tender, simmered meat in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with tomatoes and broth. A hint of cayenne adds just the right kick, while fresh cilantro and a splash of lime brighten every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this satisfying curry is ideal for family dinners or meal prep, served with fluffy steamed rice or warm naan. Whether you're new to Indian-inspired cuisine or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises big flavors and a comforting escape.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon, minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1.5 pounds, cubed meat (beef, lamb, or chicken)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 14 ounces, canned diced tomatoes
- 14 ounces, canned coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cut into wedges lime
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir constantly for about 1 minute to toast the spices.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the cubed meat to the pot, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Brown the meat on all sides, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and their juices, stirring to combine with the other ingredients.
Add the coconut milk and chicken or beef broth, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the curry simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, if necessary.
Garnish the curry with chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side, accompanied by steamed rice or naan bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 1871 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1028 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
