Sri Lankan Beef Curry for American Taste

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
• 1 cup beef broth
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 30 minutes (pressure cooker) or 2 hours (stovetop)

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple to moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or pressure cooker, brown the beef cubes over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and ginger and cook until softened.
3. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using).
4. Pour in the coconut milk and beef broth and bring to a boil.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. If using a pressure cooker, lock the lid and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally.
7. If cooking on the stovetop, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
8. Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve over rice.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (approximately 1 cup):

• Calories: 400
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful beef curry with a mild to medium heat level
• Tender and juicy beef cubes with a combination of vegetables
• Creamy and aromatic sauce with a hint of coconut
• Easy to make and suitable for a variety of occasions

User Comments:

• "This curry is delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced and it's the perfect comfort food for a cold night."
• "I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends."
• "I love the combination of spices in this curry. It's not too spicy but still has a great flavor."
• "This was the first Sri Lankan curry I've tried and it was amazing! I can't wait to try more recipes from your blog."
• "I'm not a big fan of beef, but this curry changed my mind. It's so tender and flavorful."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper used to suit your desired heat level.
• If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can cook the beef and vegetables on the stovetop for a longer period of time.
• Serve the curry with a side of basmati rice or another type of long-grain rice.