Beef Curry in a Hurry

A fun, delicious curry in a hurry is made in 4 easy steps. An unusual grouping of flavors that really 'dance and sing'. This main dish is very adaptable using any assortment of chopped fresh veggies. Inventive, yet simple. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 599 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup white sugar
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons water, or as needed
• 1 cup chopped cauliflower
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 (16 ounce) can English peas, drained and rinsed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring 2 cups water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 2

While rice is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, curry powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer until liquid is almost absorbed, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 3

Whisk vinegar and sugar together in a medium bowl. Add carrots, bell pepper, and cauliflower and toss until vegetables are coated with vinegar mixture.

Step 4

Puree peas with 2 tablespoons water in the bowl of a food processor until thick and smooth.

Step 5

Layer plates with rice, peas, beef, and vegetables.