Best 2 Bengali Beef Curry Recipes

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**Discover the Enchanting Flavors of Bengali Beef Curry: A Culinary Journey to Eastern Delights**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Bengali beef curry, a delectable dish that embodies the rich heritage and vibrant flavors of Eastern cuisine. Originating from the heart of Bengal, this aromatic curry captivates the senses with its harmonious blend of spices, tender beef, and a symphony of textures. As you delve into the depths of this culinary masterpiece, you'll encounter a diverse array of recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this beloved dish. From the classic Kolkata-style beef curry, renowned for its robust flavors and fiery heat, to the milder yet equally enticing Dhaka-style variation, there's a Bengali beef curry to suit every palate. Prepare to be enchanted by the symphony of spices, the meltingly tender beef, and the captivating aromas that define this extraordinary dish. As you explore the culinary treasures of Bengal, let your taste buds embark on a journey of discovery, savoring the diverse flavors and textures that make Bengali beef curry a truly exceptional culinary experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BENGALI BEEF CURRY



Bengali Beef Curry image

Bengali Beef Curry is really healthy traditional food of the Bengalis. It is very easy to prepare and gives you unique taste of Beef curry

Provided by banglacook

Time 1h30m

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 28

Beef (or Buffalo meat) 2 kg
Onions 500 gm
Water 1 liter
Yogurt 500 ml
Palm oil or Soya bean oil 200 ml
Salt 2 tsp
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped for garnish) ½ cup
Fresh Mint Leaves (chopped for garnish) ½ cup)
Beef (or Buffalo meat) 2 kg
Onions 500 gm
Water 1 liter
Yogurt 500 ml
Palm oil or Soya bean oil 200 ml
Salt 2 tsp
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped for garnish) ½ cup
Fresh Mint Leaves (chopped for garnish) ½ cup)
Bay leaf 2
Crushed Black pepper 1 tsp
Crushed Cinnamon 1 tsp
Crushed Clove 1 tsp
Cumin powder 1 tsp
Garlic paste 2 tsp
Ginger paste 2 tsp
Coriander powder 2 tsp
Red Chili Powder 2 tsp
Turmeric powder 4 tsp
Crushed Cardamom 1 tsp
Mustard seed paste 1 tsp )

Steps:

  • Cut the meat into small pieces of 2 inches size. Wash meat well, drain, and set aside. Peel, slice and wash onions and set aside. Mix well yogurt, meat and all the spices and let it marinate for 1 hour.
  • Pour the cooking oil in a 8 liter cooking pot, add onions and stir fry onions for about 20 seconds. Add marinated meat and stir fry for 10 minutes on low-medium heat. Add salt and 1 liter water, stir well and cover pot on low-medium heat and let meat cook for 1 hour. Stir the curry every 10 minutes.
  • Add more water in between if necessary so that the curry does not dry up, do not add more than 1 cup of water at a time, so that the curry remains thick. Finally remove from heat and garnish with Fresh coriander and mint leaves. Serve hot with Roti, Nan, Paratha, Pulao or Rice. Beef with bones tastes better.

BENGALI CHICKEN CURRY WITH POTATOES



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A delicious authentic recipe of chicken curry. I've had this almost every day growing up. If you want a more creamy and smooth sauce, blend the onions and tomatoes before adding the chicken and potatoes.

Provided by tanj

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Bangladeshi

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, diced
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
2 large red-skinned potatoes, chopped
½ cup fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the onions in the hot oil until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger-garlic paste and continue cooking another 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; stir the tomatoes into the mixture and cook until the tomatoes are pulpy, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with the cayenne pepper, curry powder, garam masala, turmeric, and cumin; cook and stir another 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and potatoes to the mixture in the skillet; simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle the cilantro over the mixture and continue simmering another 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 199.9 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a tender cut of beef for the curry, such as chuck roast, rib eye, or flank steak.
  • Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help tenderize it and infuse it with flavor.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the curry so that it heats evenly.
  • Be sure to brown the beef in the pot before adding the other ingredients to develop flavor.
  • Add the spices to the pot along with the beef and cook for a few minutes to release their flavor.
  • Add the coconut milk, tomatoes, and potatoes to the pot and bring to a boil. Then, reduce the heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
  • Serve the curry with rice, naan, or roti.

Conclusion:

Bengali beef curry is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its tender beef, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic spices, this curry is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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