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Clara Whitley

Curried Beef & Mushrooms with Creamy Peanut Sauce

A cozy and flavorful dish combining tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious creamy peanut sauce seasoned with curry, all made in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Mushrooms
  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced or use chicken for a variation
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced cremini or button
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch piece ginger, grated optional, but highly recommended
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste adjust to taste for spice levels
  • 1 cup coconut milk full-fat for creaminess
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter smooth or crunchy
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
For Serving
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or quinoa, to serve

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil and toss in the thinly sliced beef strips. Brown for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Remove the beef and set it aside. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Add garlic and ginger, stirring for about a minute until fragrant.
  4. Introduce the mushrooms into the pan and sauté for 5 minutes until golden and tender.
  5. Add red curry paste to the pan, stirring to evenly coat. Cook for about another minute.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk, peanut butter, and soy sauce. Stir until the peanut butter melts into the sauce and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Return the beef to the skillet and bring everything to a gentle boil. After a couple of minutes, squeeze in lime juice and stir.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8g

Notes

This dish keeps well in the fridge for up to three days. You can also substitute beef with chickpeas or tempeh for a vegan option. Consider serving with warm naan or flavored rice for a delicious twist.

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