Kenyan Beef Curry

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Bring the 4 cups of water to a boil in a Dutch oven or soup pot.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Add the beef, garlic, and ginger, and stir well.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   20 min
4. 4
   Step 4:

   Spoon away any foamy scum from the top, or stir it back in.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Remove from the heat and drain the beef, reserving the excess water for later.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Return the pot or Dutch oven to medium heat with the 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Once the oil is shimmering, add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.

   5–7 min
8. 8
   Step 8:

   Add the tomatoes to the onions and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are falling apart, 3 to 5 minutes.

   3–5 min
9. 9
   Step 9:

   Add the drained beef to the tomato and onion mixture and stir well.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Continue cooking over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    5 min
11. 11
    Step 11:

    Add the paprika, pepper, curry powder, tomato puree, and salt to taste, and stir well.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Add back the excess water used for cooking the beef, along with enough extra water to cover.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 1 hour, until the meat is tender and the sauce is thickened.

    1 h
14. 14
    Step 14:

    Add additional water if the curry begins to dry and stick, or if you prefer a soupier consistency.

15. 15
    Step 15:

    Remove from the heat, taste, and adjust the seasonings as desired.

16. 16
    Step 16:

    Garnish with fresh chili and cilantro.