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Instant Pot Coconut Tamarind Beef Curry

Easy Instant Pot Coconut Tamarind Beef Curry with Bold Flavor

Experience the bold flavors of Instant Pot Coconut Tamarind Beef Curry, featuring tender beef and a tangy sauce perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Release Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Curry
  • 2 pounds Beef chuck roast well-marbled pieces
  • 1 can Coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons Tamarind paste
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For Serving
  • 2 cups Basmati rice or jasmine rice fluffy and fragrant
  • 1 bunch Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 4 pieces Naan bread for serving

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the Instant Pot on sauté mode, drizzle oil, then brown beef cubes about 3–4 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
  2. Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot, stirring 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and tomato paste, cooking 1 minute until spices are aromatic.
  4. Pour in tamarind paste and a splash of beef broth, scraping the bottom to release browned bits.
  5. Return seared beef to the pot, stir in creamy coconut milk, seal lid, and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
  6. Let natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick-release remaining steam and simmer to thicken sauce.
  7. Scoop curry over rice or naan, sprinkle with cilantro, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Squeeze fresh lime juice for extra brightness.

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