Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Creamy Coconut Beef and Chickpea Curry with Fresh Garlic Naan. This comforting dish combines tender beef, protein-packed chickpeas, and a medley of aromatic spices simmered in luscious coconut milk. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this hearty curry warms the soul and satisfies the senses. The delightful garlic naan serves as the perfect accompaniment to scoop up every last drop of this flavorful stew. Quick to prepare, this recipe is versatile enough to accommodate different proteins or spice levels, making it a go-to choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder, adjust to taste
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 (14 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Chop onion, mince garlic, grate ginger, and cut beef into cubes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt coconut oil. Sauté onion until translucent; add garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Brown the beef cubes in the pot until cooked on all sides.
- Stir in spices: cumin, coriander, turmeric, smoked paprika, chili powder, and garam masala; cook for 2 minutes.
- Add chickpeas, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer; reduce heat to low and let simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- For garlic naan: Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and yogurt; knead into smooth dough.
- Roll dough into small balls; flatten and cook in a hot skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve curry garnished with cilantro and lime juice alongside warm naan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering, Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg