Bring the bold, aromatic flavors of Southeast Asia right to your dinner table with this hearty Panang-style beef curry. Featuring a silky sauce made from coconut milk and creamy peanut butter, this dish perfectly balances savory depth with a hint of spice for a truly satisfying meal. It is an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner when you want something that feels special but comes together with ease.

Recipe Details

  • Yields: 4
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 315 min
  • Total Time: 325 min

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 can (400mL) Coconut Milk
  • 1 Red Chili Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Red Curry Paste
  • 4 tsp Peanut Butter
  • 3/4 cup Jasmine Rice
  • 2 Tbsp Cilantro
  • 1 Sweet Bell Pepper
  • 1/2 Onion (2 oz), chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic Puree
  • 1 oz Peanuts, chopped
  • 1/2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Mild Curry Paste

Instructions

  1. Begin by preparing your rice. While waiting for the water to reach a boil, core the bell pepper and dice it into half-inch pieces. Give the fresh cilantro a rough chop. Finely mince the red chili pepper, making sure to remove the seeds if you prefer a dish with less heat.
  2. Once the water is boiling, add the rice and reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 12 to 14 minutes until the grains are tender and the liquid has been fully absorbed. Remove the pot from the heat but keep it covered to stay warm.
  3. While the rice is finishing, place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil to the hot pan, followed by the ground beef and garlic puree. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, breaking the meat into small pieces with a spoon, until the beef is fully browned.
  4. Add the chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables have softened. Stir in the mild curry paste, the red curry base, the soy sauce, the peanut butter, and the minced chili. Continue cooking for about 1 minute until the mixture becomes highly fragrant.
  5. Pour the coconut milk into the skillet. Stir the mixture frequently as it simmers for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the curry sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. Use a fork to fluff the warm rice, then stir in half of the chopped cilantro and a bit of seasoning to taste. To serve, divide the jasmine rice among four plates and ladle the beef curry over the top. Finish the dish by sprinkling the chopped peanuts and the remaining cilantro over each portion.

Enjoy this vibrant, flavorful meal that brings a touch of Thai-inspired warmth to your home kitchen.