Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy South Indian Beef Curry, a dish that embodies the essence of South Indian cuisine. This curry features tender beef simmered with aromatic spices, creating a rich and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm naan, and watch as it becomes a favorite among your guests. Its versatility allows for easy customization to suit your spice preference, making it an ideal choice for any kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Madras curry powder
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- ½ cup beef stock
- Lemon juice to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Madras curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
- Introduce the beef cubes to the pot and brown on all sides.
- Mix in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beef stock, salt, and black pepper; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1.5 hours until beef is tender.
- Stir in lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: South Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg