Musaman Beef Curry 🥘
Description: Dive into the rich flavors of this Musaman Beef Curry, a delightful Asian-inspired dish perfect for a hearty meal with family and friends. With tender chunks of beef, creamy coconut cream, and aromatic spices, this curry will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Follow this easy recipe to create a culinary masterpiece that’s sure to impress!
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 943.8 per serving
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Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Small potatoes |
| 1/4 | Yellow onions |
| 500g | Beef steak, cubed |
| 250ml | Coconut cream |
| 800ml | Hot water |
| 1 | Brown sugar |
| 2/3 | Green onions |
| 1/4 | Garlic cloves |
| 3 | Stalks of lemongrass |
| 2 | Cardamom pods |
| 2 | Whole cloves |
| 2 | Nutmeg, ground |
| 1 | Black peppercorns |
| 1 | Shrimp paste |
| 1/2 | Tamarind paste |
| 1/4 | Cumin seeds |
| 1/4 | Ground chili |
| 2 | Tablespoons water |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Begin by cutting the beef steak into cubes, approximately 3cm in size.
- Peel and dice the small potatoes and yellow onions.
- Finely chop the garlic cloves and green onions.
- Trim the lemongrass stalks and slice them thinly.
- Gather all the spices: cardamom pods, whole cloves, ground nutmeg, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, and ground chili.
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Cook Beef:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over high heat.
- Add the cubed beef steak and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
- Once browned, remove the beef from the pan and set it aside on a plate lined with absorbent paper to drain excess oil.
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Cook Vegetables:
- In the same saucepan, add the diced potatoes and onions.
- Stir and cook over high heat until they are lightly browned.
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Prepare Musaman Curry Paste:
- Combine the chopped yellow onions, garlic cloves, sliced lemongrass, ground chili, cumin seeds, cardamom pods, ground nutmeg, whole cloves, and black peppercorns in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle this mixture onto an oven tray and bake in a moderate oven for 10 minutes until fragrant. Allow it to cool.
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Make Curry:
- To the cooked vegetables in the saucepan, add the musaman curry paste.
- Stir well and cook for about 1 minute to release the flavors.
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Add Coconut Cream and Beef:
- Pour in the coconut cream and stir until well combined with the curry paste.
- Return the cooked beef to the saucepan.
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Combine Tamarind and Sugar:
- In a separate bowl, mix the tamarind paste with hot water until dissolved.
- Add this tamarind mixture to the saucepan along with brown sugar.
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Simmer Curry:
- Bring the curry to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Let it cook uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
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Blend Shrimp Paste:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the shrimp paste with water.
- Blend until smooth.
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Finish Curry:
- Gradually add the blended shrimp paste mixture to the curry, stirring well to incorporate.
- Continue to simmer for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve:
- Once the curry reaches your desired consistency and flavor, remove it from the heat.
- Serve the Musaman Beef Curry hot, garnished with chopped green onions, alongside steamed rice or naan bread.
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Enjoy!
- Sit back, relax, and savor each mouthful of this aromatic and flavorful Musaman Beef Curry. Share it with loved ones and revel in the joy of good food and great company!
Prepare to be transported to the vibrant streets of Asia with every bite of this exquisite dish. Happy cooking! 🍛✨
