Sri Lanka Beef Curry

Ingredients

• 1 lb. beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can coconut milk

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef cubes and cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and onion and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, chili powder, cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, cloves, nutmeg, and salt and mix well.
5. Add the water, diced tomatoes, and coconut milk and stir to combine.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Serve over cooked rice or with naan bread.

Interesting Facts

• The Sri Lankan beef curry is a classic dish from the country of Sri Lanka.
• This dish is a perfect combination of flavors and spices.
• This dish can be served over cooked rice or with naan bread.