Nadan Beef Curry | Kerala Style Spicy Beef Curry | Tamil Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Almond milk is lower in calories while maintaining creaminess.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

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

Add mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in sliced onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Add green chilies and curry leaves; cook for another minute until fragrant.

Mix in coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and black pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Add cubed beef and salt; stir well to coat the meat in the spice mixture.

Pour in chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5 minutes.

Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender.

Once tender, add coconut milk and lime juice; stir to combine and heat through for 5 minutes.

Adjust seasoning with salt and lime juice as needed before serving.

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