Description
A rich, flavorful dish featuring tender beef braised with fragrant herbs and creamy coconut milk, perfect for family gatherings and cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (such as avocado or grapeseed oil)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lemongrass stalk, trimmed, cut into 3–4 pieces, and lightly smashed
- 2 serrano peppers, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
- 4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 6 makrut lime leaves
- ¼ cup red curry paste
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- ¼ cup palm sugar or light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (shiitake, cremini, or button mushrooms)
- Steamed jasmine or basmati rice for serving
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
- Chili oil or chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pat the beef dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear in oil in a large Dutch oven for 2-3 minutes per side; set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the serrano peppers, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, lime leaves, curry paste, and turmeric until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms, cooking until they release their moisture and become tender.
- Stir in the coconut milk, water, palm sugar, and fish sauce; then return the seared beef, onion, and carrots to the pot.
- Cover the pot and braise in the oven for 2½ to 3 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
- Remove the pot from the oven, discard the lemongrass and lime leaves, and let the dish rest for 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve the braised beef over rice, garnished with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and drizzle with chili oil or sprinkle chili flakes for an extra kick.
Notes
This dish stores well in the fridge for about 4 to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Adjust the heat and seasoning to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: braised beef, lemongrass, coconut milk, comfort food, Asian cuisine