Indian Style Beef Curry with Coconut Milk
Immerse yourself in the rich and aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine with this Indian Style Beef Curry with Coconut Milk. Tender chunks of beef are slow-simmered in a luscious coconut milk base infused with a symphony of warm spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric. The addition of curry leaves, green chilies, and a touch of red chili powder adds a beautiful depth of heat and fragrance, perfectly balanced by the creamy coconut milk. This one-pot curry is further elevated with the tanginess of pureed tomatoes and the freshness of ginger and garlic. Garnished with chopped cilantro, it’s a dish that’s ideally served with steamed rice or pillowy naan for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for cozy meals or special gatherings, this hearty beef curry brings the authentic taste of Indian cooking straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Beef (boneless, cubed)
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 1 large Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 medium Tomatoes (pureed)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Ginger (grated)
- 2 Green chilies (slit)
- 8 pieces Curry leaves
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 0.5 tsp Red chili powder
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil or ghee
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the oil or ghee in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
Add the curry leaves and slit green chilies. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to coat the aromatics with spices.
Mix in the pureed tomatoes and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens and oil starts to separate.
Add the cubed beef and stir to coat the meat with the spice mixture. Cook for 5 minutes until the beef is lightly browned.
Pour in the coconut milk and water. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the curry has thickened. Add more water if needed during cooking.
Stir in the garam masala and adjust the salt as needed. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 130.9 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.5 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2839 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 102.8 g | 206% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 3352 mg | 71% | |
*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.
