Beef Sweet Potato Curry Recipe

This hearty Beef Sweet Potato Curry recipe is a flavor explosion! Tender beef simmered in a rich, aromatic curry sauce with sweet potatoes. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Get ready for a taste sensation that will have you coming back for more!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 936.3 kcal
Protein 125g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Sweet Potato Curry

  • 1 lb beef stew meat
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Cardamom
  • fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 cups water

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How to Make Beef Sweet Potato Curry

  1. In a large bowl, mix 1 lb beef stew meat, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp turmeric.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 large onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), and 1 inch ginger (grated) and sauté for 3 minutes, until softened.
  4. Add the beef mixture, 1 tbsp curry powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp coriander, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), and sauté for 5 minutes, until browned.
  5. Add 2 cups beef broth or water, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until the beef is very tender (approximately 60-75 minutes).
  6. Add 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed) and simmer for another 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice or with naan bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

121g

Carbs

6g

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