Classic Meat Curry

Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of a Classic Meat Curry, a timeless dish that brings savory warmth to your table. Perfectly spiced with a harmonious blend of coriander, cumin, turmeric, and garam masala, this slow-cooked curry features tender bone-in lamb or beef simmered in a luscious yogurt-tomato gravy. As golden caramelized onions and a fragrant ginger garlic paste build the base, the recipe artfully balances heat from red chili powder with the creamy tang of plain yogurt. Ready in just over an hour, this hearty curry serves six and pairs beautifully with fluffy basmati rice or soft naan. Garnished with freshly chopped coriander, it’s the ultimate comfort food, ideal for family dinners or special occasions. Whether you’re a curry connoisseur or a first-time adventurer, this dish will captivate your taste buds with its authentic, home-style essence!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 medium, finely chopped onions
• 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
• 2 large, pureed tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 kg meat (lamb or beef, bone-in)
• 200 ml plain yogurt
• 500 ml water
• 0.25 cup fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Step 3

Stir in the ginger garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Step 4

Add the pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil starts to separate from the tomato mixture.

Step 5

Mix in the coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder, and sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the meat pieces and cook, stirring constantly, until they are well coated with the spice mixture and start to brown.

Step 7

Stir in the yogurt and mix well, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Pour in the water and add salt. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9

Lower the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 40-45 minutes, or until the meat is tender, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Stir in the garam masala and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2376.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3171.7

Total Fat 233.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.2g
Cholesterol 712.4mg	0%
Sodium 4485.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 203.5g	0%

Vitamin D 99.4IU	0%
Calcium 734.3mg	0%
Iron 35.4mg	0%
Potassium 5242.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.8%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 10.0%