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south african mince curry with peppers in the back

Mince curry

Matthew Rolfe
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine South African
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • 1 Large saucepan or deep frying pan (If you don’t have one, a large pot will do)
  • 1 Wooden spoon (Or any old spoon will do)
  • 1 Chopping board and knife
  • 1 Measuring spoons (Don't worry if you don't have these, estimates will do)
  • 1 Can opener

Ingredients
  

  • 500 gram lean beef mince (The main act! An everyday staple from your local butchery)
  • 1 large Chopped onion (No curry is complete without it, right?)
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic (A dash of zing!)
  • 1 tsp Minced ginger (Just a smidge for a delightful kick)
  • 2 tbsp Curry powder (The heart and soul of our dish)
  • 1 tsp Turmeric (For that warm golden glow)
  • 1 tsp Cumin (A smoky whisper of spice)
  • 1 tsp Chopped fresh coriander (Our secret garden-fresh ingredient)
  • 1 can Chopped tomatoes (In they go for a good old saucy time)
  • 2 Medium carrots, chopped (Crunchy loveliness)
  • 2 Medium potatoes, cubed (The humble hero of every kitchen)
  • 1 cup Frozen peas (Little green gems to brighten our dish)
  • Dash of salt & pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (To get our fry on)
  • 1 cup Beef broth (For that rich, meaty depth)
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnishing (The final flourish!)

Instructions
 

  • Get the pan sizzling: Start by heating up the vegetable oil in your large saucepan or frying pan over medium heat.
  • Onions, assemble: Add the chopped onions to the pan and sauté them until they turn a lovely, translucent golden brown.
  • Spice it up: Next, toss in the minced garlic and ginger. Give it a good stir until the wonderful aroma fills your kitchen.
  • t's mince time: Now, in goes the beef mince. Stir and cook until it's beautifully browned.
  • Curry magic: Sprinkle in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Stir it up, letting the spices coat the mince.
  • Saucy time: Pour in the can of chopped tomatoes, along with the beef broth.
  • Vegetable party: It's time to invite the potatoes and carrots to the pan. Stir them in, making sure they're covered with the saucy goodness.
  • Simmer down: Lower the heat and let it all simmer for about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure it doesn’t stick.
  • Peas, please: Add in your cup of frozen peas. Give it another good stir.
  • Season's greetings: Sprinkle in the salt and pepper to your taste. Give your curry a final good mix.
  • Serve it up: Once everything's nicely cooked and the aroma has you ready to tuck in, serve your curry hot with a garnish of fresh coriander leaves.
Keyword Mince Curry