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Beef Curry With Coconut Milk

Beef Curry With Coconut Milk

A warm, creamy, and comforting beef curry made with tender beef, soft onions, gentle spices, and rich coconut milk. Easy to cook, full of flavor, and perfect for rice, naan, or roti.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Curry
  • 500 g beef boneless, diced
  • 1 cup coconut milk thick
  • 2 medium onions finely sliced
  • 2 tomatoes chopped or blended
  • 1 tablespoon ginger paste
  • 1 tablespoon garlic paste
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 cup water add more if needed
  • Fresh coriander for garnish

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Base
  2. Heat oil in a pot on medium flame.
  3. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
  4. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
  5. Add ginger and garlic paste. Cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Step 2: Add Tomatoes and Spices
  7. Add chopped or blended tomatoes.
  8. Add turmeric, red chili, coriander powder, and salt.
  9. Cook until the oil separates and the masala thickens.
  10. Step 3: Cook the Beef
  11. Add diced beef and mix well with the masala.
  12. Cook for 10–12 minutes until beef changes color and absorbs the spices.
  13. Step 4: Add Water
  14. Pour 1 cup of water, stir, and bring to a gentle boil.
  15. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 45–60 minutes until beef becomes soft.
  16. Step 5: Add Coconut Milk
  17. Once beef is tender, add the coconut milk slowly while stirring.
  18. Let the curry simmer on low heat for another 10 minutes.
  19. Add garam masala and give it a final stir.
  20. Step 6: Serve
  21. Garnish with fresh coriander.
  22. Serve hot with rice, naan, roti, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Add more coconut milk for a creamier texture.
  • Add water if the curry becomes too thick.
  • For extra flavor, squeeze a little lemon before serving.
  • Slow cooking makes the beef softer and richer in taste.

🍽 Serving Ideas

  • Steamed basmati rice
  • Garlic naan
  • Soft roti
  • Coconut rice
  • Potato mash

🥡 Storage

  • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Freezes well for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat on low heat with a splash of water or coconut milk.