Beef Curry With Toasted Spices Recipe

Name: Beef Curry With Toasted Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Beef:; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 3 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces; Toasted spices:; 2 tablespoons coriander seeds; 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; 2 teaspoons fenugreek seeds; 3 whole cloves; 1 (1-inch) cinnamon stick, broken; 2 dried hot red chiles; 3 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Remaining ingredients:; 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; 3 cups vertically sliced onion; 3 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 1/4 cup minced garlic; 2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika; 2 cups plain low-fat yogurt; 1 1/2 cups low-salt beef broth; 1 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro stems; 1/2 cup tomato puree

Servings: persons

Beef:
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
3 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
Toasted spices:
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fenugreek seeds
3 whole cloves
1 (1-inch) cinnamon stick, broken
2 dried hot red chiles
3 bay leaves
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
Remaining ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
3 cups vertically sliced onion
3 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
2 cups plain low-fat yogurt
1 1/2 cups low-salt beef broth
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro stems
1/2 cup tomato puree

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To prepare beef, combine first 3 ingredients; rub evenly over beef. Cover and chill 2 hours, tossing occasionally.
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To prepare toasted spices, heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add coriander and next 6 ingredients (coriander through bay leaves); cook 1 minute or until fragrant, shaking pan constantly. Place coriander mixture, sugar, cardamom, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a spice or coffee grinder, and process until finely ground.
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Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add half of beef mixture; saute 5 minutes or until browned on all sides. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon. Repeat procedure with remaining oil and beef mixture; remove from pan. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion and ginger to pan; cook 6 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring occasionally. Add the toasted spice mixture, garlic, and paprika; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add beef, yogurt, and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the beef is tender.
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1363

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

115

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Beef:, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, 3 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces, and more.

Yes, Beef Curry With Toasted Spices falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef Curry With Toasted Spices

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