South African Curry

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Onion (1 large, chopped)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
• Curry powder (2 tablespoons)
• Cumin (1 tablespoon)
• Coriander (1 tablespoon)
• Turmeric (1 teaspoon)
• Cayenne pepper (1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste))
• Chicken or beef (1.5 pounds, cut into bite-sized pieces)
• Potatoes (2 medium, diced)
• Carrots (2 large, sliced)
• Tomatoes (2 medium, diced)
• Coconut milk (1 can (13.5 ounces))
• Chicken or vegetable broth (1 cup)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish))

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Sprinkle in the curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to coat the onions and spices evenly.
5. Add the meat to the pot, browning it on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
6. Incorporate the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and diced tomatoes into the pot, mixing thoroughly.
7. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken or vegetable broth, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.
9. Once cooked, serve the South African curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.