Step 1

First, marinate the beef with soy sauce, grated garlic, and granted ginger. Mix everything well and set it aside.

Step 2

Heat the large heavy bottom pot or pan to medium heat. Drizzle cooking oil and add cinnamon, bay leaves, black cardamom, and star anise. Saute for a few seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Next add the chopped onions and cook until the onions are soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the marinated beef and cook for 2-3 minutes. Once the beef is browned, add tomato wedges, curry powder, white pepper, sugar, regular soy sauce, and dark soy sauce. Stir it well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Now add warm water and stock cube in. ( Add enough water to cover the beef. ) Stir everything well, reduce the heat to low. Close the lid and simmer for about 1 hour.

Step 6

Then add the carrots and potatoes. Continue cook for another 20-30 minutes or until the vegetables and beef are tender.

Step 7

Stir in cornstarch and water mixture to thicken the sauce. Make a taste test and add more salt or soy sauce to your preference.

Step 8

Finish with spring onions. Serve with plain rice or noodles.