Step 1

Heat ghee or oil in a large saucepan and sauté onions until translucent.

Step 2

Add garlic, chillies, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric and chilli powder, if using.

Step 3

Stir for a couple of minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add beef and cook, stirring over high heat, until well coated with spice mixture.

Step 5

Add salt, pepper and tomatoes.

Step 6

Simmer, covered, for 1½-2 hours or until beef is tender.

Step 7

Stir in coconut milk and simmer, uncovered for a further 5-10 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander.