Authentic Beef Curry

Ingredients

Fresh cilantro

a handful, finely chopped for garnish

Salt

to taste

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Coconut milk

1 cup

Tomatoes

2, large, diced

Cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Coriander

1 teaspoon, ground

Cumin

1 teaspoon, ground

Turmeric

1/2 teaspoon, ground

Curry powder

2 tablespoons

Ginger

1 inch piece, grated

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Onion

1, large, chopped

Beef

1 pound, cubed

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, sauté until it turns golden, about 5 minutes.
3. Mix in the minced garlic and grated ginger, continue to cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Add the beef cubes to the pot. Stir occasionally until the beef is brown on all sides.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper.
6. Stir the spice mixture into the pot until the beef and onions are well coated.
7. Add the diced tomatoes and coconut milk to the pot. Season with salt according to your preference.
8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about an hour, or until the beef is tender and the flavors are well combined.
9. Serve the beef curry over steamed basmati rice or with warm naan bread for an authentic Indian experience.
10. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.