Ingredients
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- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into large cubes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Add beef cubes and brown on all sides.
- Mix in red curry paste, turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, and optional chili powder; stir to coat beef.
- Pour in coconut milk to cover the beef completely. Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or carrots during the last half hour of simmering. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of chili powder based on your preference.
