Burmese Beef Curry with Potatoes | Easy Recipe [HD 1080p]

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lighter and pork is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while evaporated milk can mimic creaminess.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common substitute for fish sauce, while salt is a basic seasoning.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: carrots

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while carrots are often cheaper.

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

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

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

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

Sprinkle in turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder, stirring to coat the beef evenly.

Pour in coconut milk and water, bringing to a gentle simmer.

Add cubed potatoes and fish sauce, stirring well to combine.

Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beef is tender.

Stir occasionally, adding more water if necessary to prevent sticking.

Once cooked, adjust seasoning with salt and lime juice to taste.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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