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Tender beef chunks slow-roasted with aromatic spices, fried coconut slivers, and curry leaves. This iconic Kerala dish is rich, spicy, and deeply flavorful, perfect with parotta or rice.
For 4 servings
Pressure Cook the Beef
Prepare the Roast Base
Tender beef chunks slow-roasted with aromatic spices, fried coconut slivers, and curry leaves. This iconic Kerala dish is rich, spicy, and deeply flavorful, perfect with parotta or rice.
This kerala recipe takes 80 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 498.79 calories per serving with 34.89g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Caramelize Aromatics and Spices
Slow Roast the Beef
This recipe works wonderfully with mutton as well. Adjust the pressure cooking time accordingly (usually longer for mutton).
For a version with more gravy (Beef Curry), add the entire reserved beef stock along with 1/2 cup of thin coconut milk after sautéing the spices. Simmer until the gravy thickens.
Increase the amount of black pepper powder and add a few dried red chilies along with the mustard seeds during tempering for extra heat.
A similar roasting process can be applied to firm mushrooms or raw jackfruit for a vegetarian take on this dish.
Beef is a complete protein, providing all the essential amino acids necessary for building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle mass, and maintaining overall body function.
This dish is a good source of heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the body and helps prevent anemia. It also provides Vitamin B12, crucial for nerve function and the formation of red blood cells.
Spices like turmeric (containing curcumin), ginger, and garlic are known for their potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help combat oxidative stress in the body.
Both coconut oil and coconut slivers contain medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of fat that is metabolized differently and can be a quick source of energy.
One serving of Kerala Beef Roast (approximately 165g) contains an estimated 420-450 calories. This can vary based on the fat content of the beef and the amount of oil used.
Kerala Beef Roast can be part of a balanced diet when consumed in moderation. Beef is an excellent source of protein, iron, and Vitamin B12. However, it is also high in saturated fat and calories. Using lean cuts of beef can make it a healthier option.
Yes, you can. Cook the beef in a regular pot with a lid. Add about 1.5 to 2 cups of water and simmer on low heat for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender. The rest of the steps remain the same.
It pairs traditionally and perfectly with Kerala Parotta (flaky flatbread). It also goes well with Appam (rice pancakes), Ghee Rice, or plain steamed rice.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The flavor often improves overnight. Reheat in a pan over low heat until warmed through.
While you can use other neutral oils like sunflower or vegetable oil, coconut oil is highly recommended as it is fundamental to the authentic taste and aroma of this traditional Kerala dish.
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