
Sri Lankan-Style Black Pepper Beef Curry
A single portion of Sri Lankan cooking, ready in 26 minutes with 8 minutes of prep. Written for one, so there is nothing to halve and nothing to waste. It brings some heat.
Method
- 1
Cook the rice according to the packet instructions.
- 2
Heat the oil over high heat and sear the beef for 1–2 minutes until browned. Tip onto a plate.
- 3
Lower the heat and soften the onion, garlic, ginger and curry leaves for 5 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the black pepper, coriander and turmeric and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Pour in the coconut milk and 50ml water and simmer uncovered for 6–8 minutes until thickened.
- 6
Season to taste, then return the beef and its juices for 1–2 minutes, then serve with the rice.







