Beef and Lentil Curry: A Quick Dinner Recipe
I must say, my taste buds were truly satisfied with the beef and lentil curry that we had for dinner. The blend of spices in the dish was simply amazing and when combined with the green beans, it was pure bliss. It’s a perfect recipe for a quick and easy dinner as it only takes around 30 minutes to prepare, leaving you feeling fully satisfied.
Key Takeaways
- The beef and lentil curry is a quick and easy dish that takes about 30 minutes to prepare.
- It features a blend of spices and can be served with rice or cauliflower rice for a satisfying meal.
- Preparation involves chopping ingredients and proper steps to temper yogurt, enhancing flavor.
- If you enjoy this recipe, explore other curry options on the blog, like Spicy Shrimp Curry and Chicken and Lentil Curry.
- The dish is perfect for families, even appealing to those who may not typically like green beans.
Making the Beef and Lentil Curry dish!
Curry dishes are always a hit in our household, and this one is no exception. The flavors are so rich and delicious, and we also have other curry recipes on our blog, such as Spicy Shrimp Curry, Chicken and Lentil Curry, and Air Fryer Thai Red Curry with Tofu and Potato.
Despite the bold flavors, this dish is effortless to make. Even if you’re not a big fan of green beans, you’ll love them in this recipe. However, if you prefer, you can substitute the green beans with broccoli or carrots.
Before diving into the culinary adventure, get ready for an explosion of flavor! Start by transforming your kitchen into a cooking haven—measure out those vibrant spices and chop up the onions, tender beef, and crisp green beans in advance. Don’t forget to give those lentils a refreshing rinse in a colander under cool running water, ensuring they’re prepped to soak up all the deliciousness to come! Let’s get cooking!
Now we’re ready to start!
To begin, heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan and add the chopped onions and ginger.
Cook until the onions start to soften, then add the beef cut into bite-size pieces. After three minutes, add all the spices, and if you want it spicy, add a chopped habanero at this point. Once the beef is done, add water to dissolve all the spices.
When the beef is done, add the water. Stir to dissolve all the spices from the pan.
Add the rinsed lentils and cleaned green beans. Once the liquid has reduced by half, it’s time to add the yogurt. This step is crucial for the beef and lentil curry, so make sure to temper the yogurt. To do this, add hot beef and lentil mixture to the yogurt and stir until combined. Finally, pour the yogurt and curry mixture into the pan and stir to incorporate it with the entire dish.
Once the liquid has reduced by, it’s time to add the yogurt. THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT STEP for the Beef and Lentil Curry! To temper the yogurt. Remove the pan from the heat. First put the yogurt in a large measuring cup. Add a large spoonful of the hot beef and lentil mixture with the yogurt. Stir the yogurt and beef mixture until combined. This will slowly bring the temperature of the yogurt up.
Finally, pour the yogurt and curry mixture into the pan and stir to incorporate it with the entire dish. Once its completely mixed in, it’s ready to serve.
Serve the beef and lentil curry over rice or cauliflower rice. This dish is excellent over white or brown rice, and it’s ready to enjoy!
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Beef and Lentil Curry: A Quick Dinner Recipe
Savor the rich flavors of beef and lentil curry. This quick recipe is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Calories: 339kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon Chopped Garlic
- 2 Tablespoons Chopped Ginger
- ¾ Pound Chuck Roast
- 1 Habanero Pepper Optional
- 3 Tablespoons Curry Powder
- 2 teaspoons Cumin
- 2 teaspoons Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 2 Tablespoons Beef Bouillon
- 4 Cups Water
- 1 Cup Green Lentils
- 2 Cups Green Beans Cut into pieces
- 1 Cup Plain Non-Fat Greek Yogurt
Instructions
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First, prepare the onion, garlic, and ginger by chopping them up. Next, cut the beef chuck into small pieces that are easy to eat.
1 Medium Onion, 1 teaspoon Chopped Garlic, 2 Tablespoons Chopped Ginger
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Heat up some olive oil in a large pan. When the oil is hot, add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion becomes soft.
1 Habanero Pepper
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Add the beef chuck to the pan. Cook it over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes or until it is fully cooked.
3 Tablespoons Curry Powder, 2 teaspoons Cumin, 2 teaspoons Turmeric, 1 teaspoon Sea Salt, 2 Tablespoons Beef Bouillon
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Then, add the spices. Mix in some curry, cumin, turmeric, beef bouillon, and sea salt. Stir it all together and let it cook for a few minutes until the spices start to smell good. If you like your food spicy, add some chopped habanero pepper at this point.
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Add the water with the beef and spices. Stir.
4 Cups Water
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Rinse the lentils in cold water. Add them to the beef mixture
1 Cup Green Lentils
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Add the green beans. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook down the broth until it has reduced by about half.
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Take the pan off the heat. Temper the yogurt to keep it from curdling: Add about ½ cup to 1 cup of the hot (not boiling) beef lentil mixture to the yogurt. Whisk them together. This will keep the yogurt from curdling and will also make the sauce nice and creamy
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When it is finished cooking, take the pan off the heat. To make the sauce creamy, temper the yogurt by whisking some of the hot beef and lentil mixture into it. Finally, stir the tempered yogurt into the pan with the beef and green beans. Mix it all together until it is well combined.
1 Cup Plain Non-Fat Greek Yogurt
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You can serve this delicious dish over rice or cauliflower rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 718mg | Potassium: 870mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 479IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 7mg
