Description
Indulge in the flavors of our Creamy Coconut Beef & Chickpea Curry with Freshly Baked Garlic Naan, a dish that promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite. This delightful recipe features tender beef slow-cooked in rich coconut milk, complemented by chickpeas and aromatic spices that meld together to create a comforting and hearty meal. The freshly baked garlic naan adds an authentic touch, perfect for scooping up the creamy curry.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; stir until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; cook for another minute.
- Add cubed beef; brown on all sides.
- Pour in coconut milk, chickpeas, broth, and tomato paste; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle simmer; cover and cook for 45 minutes or until beef is tender.
- For naan, combine flour, yogurt, warm water, sugar, and baking powder; mix until dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes; let it rest covered for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to high heat; roll out dough into flat rounds and bake until puffed up.
- Serve hot with curry garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute beef with chicken or turkey if desired. For added spice, adjust cayenne pepper to taste. Make the curry ahead of time for enhanced flavors the next day.