Easy Beef Madras Curry

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 500g diced casserole steak
  • 2 medium onions finely chopped
  • 2 green chillies deseeded & chopped
  • 1 heaped tbsp chopped garlic
  • 1 heaped tbsp chopped ginger
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1.5 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 400g chopped tomatoes
  • 400ml beef stock
  • 125ml Greek yogurt

Preparation

  1. Put the garlic, green chilli, ginger and lemon juice in a blender and make a smooth paste, add 1 tbsp water if necessary, and set aside.

  2. Melt the coconut oil on medium-high heat, then stir in the chopped onions and sauté until turning golden brown. Turn the heat up high, add the beef to brown, and stir every few minutes for 7 to 8 minutes.

  3. Add the paste and sauté for a few minutes, then stir in the salt and dry spices. Stir continuously for 2 minutes, then add the chopped tomatoes and stock. Cover and leave on a medium simmer for 90 minutes, stirring well every 30 minutes.

  4. Stir in the yoghurt, turn the heat up one notch, and simmer for another 20 minutes uncovered to reduce. Check for seasoning and leave to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  1. This recipe uses pre-ground spices for an easy and straightforward preparation.

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