Description
Coconut Beef & Chickpea Curry with Garlic Naan is a warm and comforting dish that brings a delightful blend of flavors to your dinner table. This hearty curry features tender beef simmered in a creamy coconut sauce, enriched with spices and complemented by protein-packed chickpeas. Served alongside fluffy garlic naan, it’s perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. With its rich flavor and nutritious ingredients, this dish is sure to impress everyone who tries it. Easy to prepare, this recipe is ideal for both novice and experienced cooks looking for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lbs beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (plus 2 extra for garlic naan)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup plain yogurt, room temperature
Instructions
- 1. Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- 2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant.
- 3. Stir in curry powder, cumin, and optional chili flakes; cook for an additional minute.
- 4. Brown the beef stew meat on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5. Add chickpeas, coconut milk, beef broth, tomato paste, salt, and pepper; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 6. Cover partially and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes to an hour until the beef is tender.
- 7. For the garlic naan, mix flour, salt, baking powder, and yogurt into a soft dough; let it rest while the curry cooks.
- 8. Roll dough into flat rounds and cook in a skillet until golden brown on both sides; brush with melted butter mixed with minced garlic before serving.
- 9. Serve hot garnished with cilantro alongside warm garlic naan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering / Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup curry (240g) + 1 naan (50g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute beef with chicken or turkey for a lighter option. Customize the spice level by adjusting chili flakes according to preference. Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.