Creamy Coconut Curry Beef with Rice and Fries
Creamy Coconut Curry Beef with Rice and Fries is an irresistible dish that brings together tender beef simmered in a rich coconut curry sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. The aromatic blend of spices, including ginger and red curry paste, combines beautifully with creamy coconut milk to create a comforting meal bursting with flavor. Serve this delightful dish over fluffy rice or alongside crispy fries for an exciting twist that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb beef chuck or stewing beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, mincing garlic, grating ginger, and cutting the beef into cubes.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and ginger; cook for an additional minute.
- Add cubed beef and cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in red curry paste, turmeric, paprika, ground coriander, and brown sugar until the beef is well-coated.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover partially with a lid and cook on low heat for 45 minutes to an hour until the beef is tender.
- Serve hot over rice or alongside crispy fries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg