Ground Beef Curry Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of South Africa with this delicious ground beef curry recipe! This hearty and aromatic dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a family gathering. Tender ground beef simmered in a rich, spiced sauce with sweet and savory notes, served alongside fluffy rice. Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 631.8 kcal
Protein 60g
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Ingredients for Ground Beef Curry

  • Ground Beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric
  • Apricot Jam
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Tomatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • Peas

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How to Make Ground Beef Curry

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and 1 large onion (chopped) and cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned.
  2. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons curry powder, and 1 tablespoon turmeric. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Add 1/4 cup apricot jam, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add 2 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed) and 2 medium carrots (peeled and chopped). Continue to simmer for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
  5. Stir in 1 cup frozen peas and heat through for about 5 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot over rice with Mrs. Balls chutney (amount to taste).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

38g

Carbs

24g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ground Beef Curry?

Ground Beef Curry takes about 160 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 140 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ground Beef Curry?

Ground Beef Curry has approximately 631.8 calories per serving, with about 60 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ground Beef Curry?

The key ingredients for Ground Beef Curry are Ground Beef, Onions, Oil, Salt, Black Pepper, Curry Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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