Goan Beef Curry
Fast, aromatic beef curry built on coconut milk and Goan spice paste — no long braise needed. Tender beef, bold coconut, and a whisper of heat in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb beef chuck or sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat)
- 3 tbsp Goan curry paste or red curry paste
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 whole lime (juiced)
- ¼ cup cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion, cook until softened and edges brown, ~4 minutes.
- 2
Push onion to the side. Add curry paste, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add beef cubes.
- 3
Sear beef 2–3 minutes without stirring until edges brown. Stir, then cook another 2 minutes.
- 4
Add tomato paste, stir for 1 minute, then pour in coconut milk. Bring to a simmer.
- 5
Simmer uncovered 8–10 minutes until beef is tender and sauce thickens slightly.
- 6
Squeeze lime juice over the top. Taste and adjust salt. Serve over rice with cilantro.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon or spatula
- knife and cutting board
- measuring spoons
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