Coconut-Curry Braised Beef with Jasmine Rice & Garlic Naan
Coconut-Curry Braised Beef with Jasmine Rice & Garlic Naan is a sumptuous dish that combines the richness of tender beef braised in a fragrant coconut curry sauce with the lightness of fluffy jasmine rice and warm garlic naan. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it a go-to favorite. The aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk create an indulgent experience that will excite your taste buds and comfort your soul. Serve it garnished with fresh herbs for an elevated touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck (cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red or yellow curry paste
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 4 garlic naan (warmed)
- Fresh cilantro or Thai basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, chopping onions, mincing garlic, and grating ginger.
- In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper, sear in batches until browned (5-7 minutes each).
- Add onions to the pot; sauté until softened, then stir in garlic and ginger for another minute.
- Mix in curry paste and turmeric, followed by coconut milk, beef broth, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir well.
- Simmer on low heat for about 2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions while the beef simmers.
- Serve beef over rice with warmed naan on the side, garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg