Sylheti Beef Curry
Stewing beef, cut into chunks, hatkora (hatxora citrus), sliced and coriander powder come together in this beef β 70 minutes, 7 steps, and the kind of result worth repeating. Scroll down for the ingredient checklist, a serving scaler and unit converter, and the method broken into 7 steps.
You'll mainly reach for frying pan / skillet and large pot. At medium difficulty across 7 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
What you'll need
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How to make it
- Heat the oil in a heavy pot over medium heat and fry the sliced onions until soft and deep golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears, then stir in the turmeric, cumin, coriander and chilli powders with a splash of water to form a fragrant paste.
- Add the beef chunks and season with salt, stirring to coat every piece in the spice paste, and fry over medium-high heat for 5 to 8 minutes to seal the meat.
- Pour in the hot water, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer gently for about 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally and topping up with water if needed, until the beef is fork-tender.
- Add the sliced hatkora and the slit green chillies, then continue to simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes so the citrus perfumes the curry and the sauce thickens.
- Taste and adjust the salt and heat, and if you prefer a milder citrus note remove the hatkora pieces before they turn too bitter.
- Rest the curry off the heat for a few minutes, then serve hot with plain rice.
You'll use: Frying pan / skillet Β· Large pot Β· Saucepan
Tips & common questions
How long does Sylheti Beef Curry take to make?
About 70 minutes from start to finish β an estimate based on the 7 steps and 12 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes β use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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