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Curried Beef Stew with Winter Melon
75 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
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Nutrition facts
400 kcalCalories
28 gProtein
20 gCarbs
22 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

Curried Beef Stew with Winter Melon

70% authentic · Fusion

A comforting and aromatic stew featuring tender beef and mild winter melon in a flavorful curry broth.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • 牛肋条400 g
  • 冬瓜300 g
  • 咖喱2 tbsp
  • 生姜2 slices
  • 大蒜3 cloves
  • 酱油1 tbsp
  • 食用油1 tbsp
  • 水4 cups
  • 盐to taste
  • 小葱for garnish
  • 玉米淀粉1 tbsp (optional, for thickening)

Steps

  1. 1

    Cut beef ribs into 1.5-inch pieces. Peel and cut winter melon into 1-inch cubes. Mince ginger and garlic.

  2. 2

    Heat cooking oil in a soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef pieces on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.

  3. 3

    Add minced ginger and garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant. Stir in the curry powder and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Return the beef to the pot. Add soy sauce and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until beef is tender. You can use a pressure cooker for about 15-20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the winter melon cubes to the pot and cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until winter melon is tender.

  7. 7

    If desired, mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp of water to form a slurry. Stir into the stew to thicken. Season with salt to taste.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions.

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