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Beef Curry

Beef Curry makes for a delicious meal. This dish will make your taste buds tingle with happiness with the blend of fragrant herbs & flavors.

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By DenisiyaPublished on November 27, 2020
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Beef Curry
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Prep Time20 mins
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Cook Time75 mins
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Total Time95 mins
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ServingsServes 4-6
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This Indian Recipe Serves 3-5

Beef Curry makes for a delicious meal. This dish will make your taste buds tingle with happiness with the blend of fragrant herbs & flavors.

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Ingredients

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Base Yield: Serves 4-6
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Step-by-Step Instructions

26 Steps
  1. Step 1

    Rinse beef, cut into cubes & place into a bowl until ready to use.

    Step 1 visual guide
  2. Step 2

    Peel & chop the onions.

    Step 2 visual guide
  3. Step 3

    Rinse & slit the green chilies.

    Step 3 visual guide
  4. Step 4

    Blend or chop the tomatoes. I prefer blending them as they cook faster & form a thicker gravy.

    Step 4 visual guide
  5. Step 5

    Heat the vegetable oil in a pot on medium heat. Add in the chopped onions, thyme, cumin (jeera) seeds, fennel (soomph) seeds, star aniseeds, cinnamon sticks, bay leaves & the green chilies.

    Step 5 visual guide
  6. Step 6

    Mix & allow to sauté until the onions are translucent.

    Step 6 visual guide
  7. Step 7

    Thereafter, add in the turmeric powder, garam masala, cumin (jeera) powder, coriander (dhania) powder, cardamom (elachi) powder, chili flakes, chili powder/masala & the ginger & garlic paste.

    Step 7 visual guide
  8. Step 8

    Mix & simmer for 30 seconds.

    Step 8 visual guide
  9. Step 9

    Add in the cubed beef & salt to taste.

    Step 9 visual guide
  10. Step 10

    Mix well, coating the beef thoroughly in the spices.

    Step 10 visual guide
  11. Step 11

    Add the curry leaves over the meat.

    Step 11 visual guide
  12. Step 12

    Cover with a lid & allow the meat to seal in the spices for 5 minutes.

    Step 12 visual guide
  13. Step 13

    After 5 minutes, remove the lid & give it a stir so that it doesn’t catch onto the surface of the pot.

    Step 13 visual guide
  14. Step 14

    Cover with a lid once again & allow it to simmer in the spices for another 5 minutes.

    Step 14 visual guide
  15. Step 15

    After 5 minutes, add in the blended tomatoes.

    Step 15 visual guide
  16. Step 16

    Mix well.

    Step 16 visual guide
  17. Step 17

    Cover with a lid & allow it to cook for 10 minutes without adding any water.

    Step 17 visual guide
  18. Step 18

    Thereafter, add water as needed & allow the curry to cook for 30 minutes.

    Step 18 visual guide
  19. Step 19

    Next, peel & cut the potatoes into quarters, slitting them with a knife in the middle to allow for them to cook evenly.

    Step 19 visual guide
  20. Step 20

    Add the potatoes to the curry.

    Step 20 visual guide
  21. Step 21

    Pour in some water, mix well & tuck the potatoes under the gravy.

    Step 21 visual guide
  22. Step 22

    Cover with a lid & allow the potatoes to cook on low heat for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are soft. Keeping the heat on low will allow the potatoes to soak in the gravy.

    Step 22 visual guide
  23. Step 23

    Once the potatoes are soft, turn off the heat & garnish with fresh coriander (dhania).

    Step 23 visual guide
  24. Step 24

    This Beef Curry is ready to be plated & served.

    Step 24 visual guide
  25. Step 25

    Goes well with rice, roti, bread or pap.

    Step 25 visual guide
  26. Step 26

    Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

    Step 26 visual guide
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Frequently Asked Questions & Cooking Tips

Expert kitchen guidance and troubleshooting for making the best Beef Curry

How do I ensure the meat in Beef Curry is tender and flavorful?

For the most tender mutton or lamb, cook on low to medium heat allowing the meat to simmer in its own natural juices before adding any water. Allowing the meat to braise gently with the spices infuses the flavor deep into the bone.

How do I get soft, gravy-infused potatoes without them breaking?

Use soft-cooking South African potatoes (such as Up-to-Date, Mondial, or Sifra). Cut them into halves or quarters and add them halfway through the cooking process. Avoid stirring aggressively once the potatoes are tender.

Can I freeze leftover Beef Curry?

Yes, this curry freezes wonderfully for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Note: If freezing, omit or remove the potatoes as their texture changes when frozen. You can easily add fresh boiled potatoes when reheating!

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Hi, I'm Denisiya! Food lover, recipe developer, and founder of EatMee Recipes. I specialize in authentic South African Durban Indian cuisine, comforting curries, and modern Instant Pot adaptations. Every recipe on this site is tested in my personal kitchen to ensure you get mouth-watering, foolproof results every time.

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Lovely,delicious and easy to follow recipes. Thank you !! My go to for delicious recipes

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Thank you Jennifer. So happy to hear that my recipes are your go to!

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