Kerala Beef Curry (Nadan Beef)

Ingredients

• •750g beef, cubed
• •2 tbsp ROASTICOCO
• •3 onions
• •4 tomatoes
• •2 tsp black pepper (Malabar pepper)
• •1 tsp garam masala
• •Coconut oil, curry leaves
• •Coconut vinegar or tamarind

Method

1. 1

   Marinate beef with turmeric, chili, salt for 30 minutes minimum.

2. 2

   Heat coconut oil to smoking. Add curry leaves — let them crisp. Add onions and cook very slowly until dark caramel.

3. 3

   Add ROASTICOCO and black pepper. This combination is the heart of Nadan style. Cook 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add beef on high heat. Sear thoroughly before adding tomatoes.

5. 5

   Add tomatoes, cook until integrated. Add ½ cup water, cover, cook on medium-low for 35 minutes.

6. 6

   Uncover and cook on high for 10 minutes — the masala should coat the beef darkly. Finish with coconut vinegar.