Indian Beef Curry with Potatoes

Name: Indian Beef Curry with Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 8 min
Total time: 1 h 18 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 The Spice Hunter Mediterranean Bay Leaves; 2 tablespoons The Spice Hunter India Gourmet Turmeric; 1 tablespoon The Spice Hunter Garam Masala Blend; 2 teaspoon The Spice Hunter Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon The Spice Hunter Ground Coriander; ¼ teaspoon The Spice Hunter Cayenne Red Pepper; 3 pounds beef chuck roast, trimmed of fat and cut into 2-inch cubes (Mine was 3.5 lbs and after fat was trimmed it was 2.14 lbs); 1 teaspoon salt (plus an extra 1/2 teaspoon); 1 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, minced; ½- inch piece of fresh ginger, grated; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 3 cups beef stock; 3 large carrots, chopped; 1½ pounds potatoes; ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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Indian Beef Curry with Potatoes is a special meal worthy of a festive celebration. This hearty beef curry recipe combines warm spices like cumin, turmeric, garam masala, coriander, red pepper, and bay leaves, simmered with beef chuck roast, potatoes, and beef stock, to create a rich and delicious, aromatic meal.

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A pot of cooked Indian Beef Curry with Potatoes.

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Indian Beef Curry - A new way to celebrate a festive day!
Top Tip: Use the highest quality spices for this Curry Recipe!
Spices you need to make this Indian Curry Beef:
Ingredients:
How to make Indian Beef Curry:
Storing, Reheating and Freezing:
FAQ's
More Hearty Beef Recipe:
Indian Beef Curry with Potatoes

Indian Beef Curry - A new way to celebrate a festive day!

I’ve got a delicious and non-traditional holiday recipe coming your way! And it's Indian Beef Curry with Potatoes.

It’s simmered low and slow with warm spices and hearty ingredients. Creating rich, deep flavors that will warm you from the inside out this holiday season.

What do you serve for Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinners? I have my favorites that I rotate between like Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks, a Rib Roast with Horseradish Sauce, or Veal Osso Buco… but I’m all about mixing it up.

Growing up we always had a turkey at Thanksgiving and a ham at Christmas and Easter. So, I was on board with the turkey, but the ham was kind of lost on me.

So when I started making my holiday meals for my family, I decided to branch out with some other more interesting entrees.

Like today’s Indian Beef Curry Recipe - it’s so good my friend!

There’s something so festive about cooking with warm and fragrant spices. The aroma that fills the air while it's cooking is so intoxicating that I can barely wait to indulge!

A close-up photo of a pot with cooked chuck roast, potatoes, beef stock and spices.

Top Tip: Use the highest quality spices for this Curry Recipe!

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Spices you need to make this Indian Curry Beef:

Cayenne Red Pepper Adds heat and spice.
Coriander Adds a mild, citrusy flavor.
Garam Marsala A blend of ground spices including cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, cumin, coriander, and others, adding warmth and depth to the curry.
India Turmeric Adds a warm, earthy flavor and a vibrant yellow color.
Mediterranean Bay Leaves Has an earthy, herbal flavor similar to thyme and oregano.
Turkish Cumin Provides a nutty, slightly peppery flavor.

As well as the highest quality spices this Indian beef curry recipe also includes many other important ingredients.

Ingredients:

3 pounds beef chuck roast, trimmed of fat and cut into 2-inch cubes (Mine was 3.5 lbs and after the fat was trimmed it was 2.14 lbs)
1 teaspoon salt (plus an extra ½ teaspoon)
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
½- inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3 cups beef stock
3 large carrots, chopped
1½ pounds potatoes
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

I use a large Dutch oven (or pot) on the stovetop to cook this curry. Here's how it comes together...

How to make Indian Beef Curry:

Searing cubes of chuck roast in a large pot on the stove.

Cut your chuck roast into 2-inch pieces, season, and sear in a Dutch oven, then transfer to a plate.

Adding garlic to a soup pot with cooked onions..

Saute onion, garlic, and ginger for about 4 minutes.

Adding Indian spices to a soup pot with cooked onions and garlic.

Then add all the delicious curry spices and cook for one more minute. Get ready for the most amazing scents ever to invade your house!

Adding seared cubes of chuck roast into a large pot with the other curry ingredients.

Add ½ teaspoon salt, lemon juice, tomato paste, brown sugar, beef stock, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, and seared beef, then bring to a simmer.

Put the lid on the pot cracked and simmer on low for 1 hour. Sprinkle on the cilantro and serve!

(See the recipe card below for complete detailed instructions.)

A soup pot with cooked beef, potatoes, other vegetables, beef stock and Indian spices.

Storing, Reheating and Freezing:

How to Store It: Let the curry cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

How to Reheat It: Reheat the curry on the stove over medium heat until warmed through. You can also reheat it in the microwave, stirring occasionally to make sure it heats evenly.

Can You Freeze It? Yes, you can freeze this Indian Beef Curry with Potatoes! Place the cooled curry in a freezer-safe airtight container, and it will keep for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

An eye level photo of this beef curry recipe in a bowl.

FAQ's

What is curry? Curry is one of the most famous meals in Indian Cuisine. It’s considered a gravy or sauce that is heavily spiced and is very flavorful. Curry can be mild or it can pack some heat, depending on how you like it.
What to serve with beef curry? Curry pairs well with long-grain white rice like basmati rice or jasmine rice, flatbread like naan or pita, dal (cooked, pureed peas or lentils), and chutney (a condiment made with fruits, vegetables, and spices cooked with vinegar and sugar).
What is the best beef for Indian Curry? Chuck roast or stew meat are great options because they have fat and connective tissue that breaks down during cooking, making the beef tender and flavorful.
What does curry taste like? Curry has a rich, savory taste with a balance of spicy, sweet, tangy, and earthy flavors. The specific taste depends on the combination of spices and ingredients used, but it generally has a rich, warm spice profile with a slightly strong aroma.
Is curry good for you? Yes, curry can be good for you as long as you use moderate amounts of oil. Many of the spices used in curry, like turmeric, cumin, and ginger, have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, that can be beneficial to your health.

This Indian Beef Curry recipe is restaurant-quality food you can enjoy in your own home!

An amazing dish to serve for a non-traditional holiday meal, or anytime you’re craving these warm and delicious Indian curry flavors!

A bowl of cooked cooked beef, potatoes, other vegetables, beef stock and spices.

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Yield: 8 servings