Acehnese Spicy Beef Curry With Bamboo Shoots

Acehnese Spicy Beef Curry with Bamboo Shoots is a traditional dish from the Acehnese cuisine, known for its bold flavors and aromatic spices. This curry is a perfect combination of tender beef, spicy curry paste, and crunchy bamboo shoots, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.

Acehnese Spicy Beef Curry With Bamboo Shoots

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef, cut into cubes
  • 2 cups bamboo shoots, sliced
  • 3 tbsp Acehnese curry paste
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, and bruised lemongrass. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the Acehnese curry paste and cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
  6. Add the sliced bamboo shoots and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Season with salt to taste.
  8. Serve the Acehnese Spicy Beef Curry with Bamboo Shoots hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Acehnese Spicy Beef Curry with Bamboo Shoots with a side of steamed rice and a fresh cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add chopped bird's eye chilies to the curry paste.

Cost

$15