Garam Masala Beef Curry with Spinach
Beef chunks simmered in a rich tomato curry with aromatic garam masala, finished with fresh spinach. This Indian recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs beef chuck, vegetable oil, and onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp garam masala
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup spinach
- to taste salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lbs beef chuck (cut into 1-inch cubes) and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 1 chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, stirring for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp garam masala, 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, and 1 cup beef broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour until beef is tender.
- Step 4: Add 1 cup chopped spinach and simmer for 5 more minutes until wilted. Season with salt to taste. Serve with steamed rice.
