Description
This rich and flavorful Coconut-Braised Beef Curry combines tender chunks of beef chuck roast slow-cooked in a fragrant blend of curry spices and creamy coconut milk. The beef is first browned and then simmered for several hours to develop deep flavors, making it a perfect comforting dish served with steamed rice and garnished with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Oil
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
Spices
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground coriander
Liquids
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather and prepare all ingredients by chopping the onion, mincing the garlic, and grating the ginger to ensure everything is ready for cooking.
- Sauté Onions and Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the coconut oil. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Brown the Beef: Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the beef chunks to the pot and brown them on all sides for several minutes, which helps develop a deep, rich flavor in the curry.
- Add Spices: Stir in the curry powder, ground turmeric, and ground coriander. Cook the mixture for about a minute until the spices release their aroma, enhancing the curry’s flavor complexity.
- Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the full-fat coconut milk and stir well to combine all ingredients evenly, creating a creamy base for the curry.
- Simmer the Curry: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 2 to 3 hours until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.
- Serve: Once the beef is tender and the curry has thickened slightly, serve hot garnished with fresh parsley. This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or your favorite side.
Notes
- For extra depth, you can add 1 tablespoon of tomato paste when adding the coconut milk for richer flavor.
- Adjust the curry powder amount to suit your spice preference.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven for even cooking and to prevent burning.
- This curry tastes even better the next day after flavors have melded overnight.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure your curry powder is certified gluten-free.
