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Spicy Ground Beef and Potato Curry – Hearty, Bold, and One-Pot Friendly

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A bold and flavorful curry made with ground beef, potatoes, tomatoes, and warming spices — all cooked in one pan for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 tsp ground cumin

  • 1½ tsp ground coriander

  • ½ tsp turmeric

  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)

  • ½1 tsp red chili powder (to taste)

  • 1½ tsp salt

  • 1½ cups chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned)

  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

  • ¾ cup water or beef broth

  • ½ cup green peas (optional)

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion until golden. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1–2 minutes.

  • Add ground beef and brown well.

  • Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, chili, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.

  • Add tomatoes and cook until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.

  • Add potatoes and water. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until potatoes are soft.

  • Uncover, stir in peas and garam masala. Simmer 5 more minutes.

  • Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust chili for heat preference.

  • Add coconut milk at the end for a creamy version.

  • Leftovers keep well for 3–4 days.