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Beef Curry

Cultural Context

Beef curry is a beloved dish in Swazi cuisine, showcasing the country's rich agricultural heritage and communal dining traditions. It often features in family gatherings and celebrations, highlighting the use of local spices and ingredients. Today, variations of beef curry can be found across Southern Africa, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

SwaziSZmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs beef
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 medium tomatoes
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
2 tablespoons curry powder
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium carrots
2 medium potatoes
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup fresh coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chili
2 tablespoons lime juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and evaporated milk is more affordable.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric and cumin

Homemade blends can be healthier and more cost-effective.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits while canola is often cheaper.

1

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add diced beef and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

5

Sprinkle curry powder over the beef and stir to coat evenly, cooking for 2 minutes.

6

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

7

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

8

Add chopped carrots and potatoes, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

9

Cover and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, until beef is tender.

10

Stir occasionally and add water if necessary to maintain consistency.

11

Remove bay leaves and stir in lime juice before serving.

12

Garnish with fresh coriander.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoonsspatula

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Beef MasalaBeef Stew

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