Beef Tikka Masala
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6
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Calories
447 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Beef Tikka Masala
Description
This Beef Tikka Masala recipe starts by marinating beef chunks in a blend of vegetable oil, ginger-garlic paste, and ground spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and Kashmiri chili powder. After at least 30 minutes of marinating, the beef is cooked with whole spices such as bay leaf, cinnamon, and cardamom pods, which are fried to release their aroma. Finely sliced onions soften in the pot before adding the marinated beef, additional spices, fresh chilies, and tomatoes. The mixture cooks covered to combine flavors and tenderize the meat over about 30 to 40 minutes, with occasional stirring and water added to maintain moisture.
Finally, coconut milk is stirred in to create a creamy, rich sauce while the beef finishes cooking until tender and the oil separates, indicating readiness. The result is a curry with a blend of warm and aromatic spices balanced by the creaminess of the coconut milk, and tender beef chunks infused with complex flavors.
Traditionally, this dish is served hot and garnished with fresh coriander leaves. Adjusting spice levels and adding vegetables like potatoes or carrots can customize the dish. Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for longer. Reheating is best done gently on the stove or briefly in a microwave to preserve texture and flavor.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 2 lbs beef cut into bite-sized pieces, stewing, about 1 kg
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon cumin ground
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric ground
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon kashmiri chili powder (see notes below)
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Sauce
- 4-6 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3-4 bay leaf
- 2 cinnamon stick
- 5-6 cardamom pods
- 1 onion finely sliced, large
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric ground
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- 3-8 chili use more or less, as preferred, freshly sliced
- 2 tomato finely sliced, large
- 1 oz (400ml) coconut milk can
- water optional -see notes, warm
- Coriander to garnish, a few leaves, chopped fresh
Instructions
- Place the beef in a bowl. Add cooking oil, ginger and garlic paste, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and salt, then combine. Marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
- Heat oil in a large and deep pot. Add bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, and cardamom pods. Fry for 2-5 minutes, or until the spices release their aroma and start to darken. Add the onion and saute until soft and translucent.
- Add the beef, seasonings (garam masala, turmeric, cumin, ground coriander, fresh chilis), and tomatoes. Gently stir to combine, cover, and cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring from time to time.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and allow the beef masala to simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes. Add more water, a little at a time, whenever the pot starts to dry up (see notes).
- Stir in the coconut milk, and allow to cook for a further 10-15 minutes or until the meat has softened, and the oil has separated from the sauce.
- Remove the whole spices if preferred, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve with rice, naan bread, chapati, roti, just to mention a few.
Notes
- Marinate the beef overnight when possible to enhance the depth of flavor.
- Slices onions finely to help the sauce develop a smooth texture.
- Adjust the amount of fresh chili peppers to control the heat level.
- Add warm water gradually during cooking to prevent the pot from drying and to tenderize the beef properly.
- Leftovers keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or can be frozen for 2 to 3 months; reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 447 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 447kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 488mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 789mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 676IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 40mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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