Description
Coconut-Curry Braised Beef with Jasmine Rice & Garlic Naan is a savory delight that combines rich, creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices for a comforting meal. This easy-to-make dish features tender beef braised to perfection, providing an explosion of flavor in each bite. Served alongside fluffy jasmine rice and warm garlic naan, this dish is not only perfect for weeknight dinners but also makes a statement at special gatherings. Elevate your dining experience with this unique twist on traditional beef braising that promises to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red or yellow curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 4 garlic naan
Instructions
- Season the beef with salt and pepper. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and brown the beef on all sides. Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in curry paste and turmeric; cook for another minute.
- Add coconut milk, broth, browned beef, brown sugar, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and braise on low heat for about 2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions while the beef simmers.
- Warm garlic naan just before serving.
- Serve the beef over rice with naan on the side, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup of beef with sauce and rice (300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg