Beef over Curry-Spiced Rice with Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Step 1

1 Cook the rice In a small pot, combine the rice, raisins, half the curry powder (you will have extra), a big pinch of salt, and 1 cup of water. Heat to boiling on high. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook, without stirring, 13 to 15 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Turn off the heat and fluff with a fork.

Step 2

2 Prepare the carrots Meanwhile, wash, dry, and peel the carrots; halve lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise.

Step 3

3 Cook the beef & carrots In a large pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the beef and sliced carrots; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking the meat apart with a spoon, 6 to 7 minutes, or until the beef is lightly browned and the carrots are slightly softened. Carefully drain off and discard any excess oil. Add the tomato achaar and 2 tablespoons of water (carefully, as the liquid may splatter). Cook, stirring frequently, 1 to 2 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and the carrots are softened. Turn off the heat. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired.

Step 4

4 Make the sauce & serve your dish Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the sour cream and cilantro sauce. Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired. Serve the cooked rice topped with the cooked beef and carrots and sauce. Garnish with the crispy onions. Enjoy!