Name: Easy Curry Beef Rice Bowls Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil; 1 large onion (finely diced); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 large russet potato (cut into ½-inch dice); 1 pound ground beef (450g); 2 tablespoons curry powder; 1½ teaspoons turmeric; ½ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1½ cups beef broth (350 ml); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 cup peas (optional)

Introduction

Easy Curry Beef Rice Bowls are a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines savory ground beef with tender potatoes and aromatic spices, all simmered in a rich curry sauce. Served over rice, it’s a satisfying bowl that comes together quickly and pleases the whole family.

A white bowl with blue pattern is filled with two visible layers. The bottom layer is white rice, soft and fluffy. On top, there is a thick mix of cooked green peas, browned ground meat, and yellow cooked potato cubes, all slightly oily and chunky in texture. The bowl sits on a dark blue cloth with white floral designs, placed on a wooden surface. To the left of the bowl, two wooden chopsticks are laid down, and to the right is a dark reddish wooden spoon. Small chopped green onions are scattered around the bowl. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 tablespoons oil

1 large onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large russet potato, cut into ½-inch dice

1 pound ground beef (450g)

2 tablespoons curry powder

1½ teaspoons turmeric

½ teaspoon cumin

¼ teaspoon sugar

¼ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon salt

1½ cups beef broth (350 ml)

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 cup peas (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: In a skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic, cooking until translucent and slightly caramelized. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, lowering the heat if the potatoes begin to crisp too much.

Step 2: Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, sugar, black pepper, and salt, mixing well.

Step 3: Combine the beef broth with cornstarch to make a slurry. Add this to the beef mixture and bring to a boil. Simmer until the sauce thickens and no liquid pools, forming a thick curry beef.

Step 4: Stir in the peas if using, cover, and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve spooned over cooked rice.

Tips & Variations

Substitute sweet potatoes for russet potatoes for a sweeter twist.

Add chopped bell peppers or carrots for extra color and nutrition.

Use coconut milk instead of beef broth for a creamier curry with a subtle sweetness.

Adjust the curry powder amount to make it milder or spicier according to your taste.

FAQs

Can I use ground chicken or turkey instead of beef?

Yes, ground chicken or turkey can be used as a leaner alternative. Cook them thoroughly and follow the same steps for spices and sauce. The flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.

What type of rice works best with this curry?

Plain steamed white rice or jasmine rice pairs wonderfully, as they absorb the flavorful sauce nicely. Brown rice can also be used for a nuttier flavor and added fiber.