Spicy Beef Curry

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 cup plain yogurt

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
2. 2.Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the curry powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper and cook for another minute.
3. 3.Add the beef back to the pot, along with the coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
4. 4.While the curry is cooking, make the cucumber raita. Mix together the diced cucumber and plain yogurt in a small bowl.
5. 5.Serve the curry with rice and the cucumber raita on the side.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf you can't find beef stew meat, you can use chuck roast or sirloin steak instead.
• chevron_rightAdjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness.