Caribbean Beef Curry with Potatoes

Here’s a delicious and authentic Caribbean Beef Curry with Potatoes recipe. It’s hearty, flavorful, and has that signature island flair with warm spices and tender beef.

🌴 Caribbean Beef Curry with Potatoes

🍽️ Servings: 4–6

🕰️ Prep Time: 20 mins

⏱️ Cook Time: 1.5–2 hours

🧄 Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat (chuck or brisket, cut into 1½-inch cubes)

• 2 tbsp curry powder (preferably Jamaican-style, like Chief or Betapac)

• 1 tbsp all-purpose seasoning or salt to taste

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional for color)

• 3 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, whole (optional but traditional – for flavor, not heat)

• 2 sprigs thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme

• 2 scallions, chopped

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 1½ cups beef broth or water

• 1/2 cup coconut milk (optional for a richer curry)

• 1 tsp tomato paste (optional for depth of flavor)

🍳 Instructions:

1. Season the beef:

   • In a large bowl, toss beef with 1 tbsp of the curry powder, all-purpose seasoning, pepper, and paprika. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge for more flavor).

2. Sear the beef:

   • Heat oil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

   • Brown the beef in batches. Remove and set aside.

3. Build the curry base:

   • In the same pot, add onions, garlic, ginger, thyme, and scallions. Sauté until fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.

   • Add the remaining 1 tbsp curry powder. Stir well to toast the spices (1–2 minutes).

4. Simmer:

   • Return beef to the pot. Add Scotch bonnet, tomato paste (if using), and beef broth.

   • Cover and simmer on low heat for 1 to 1.5 hours, until beef is tender. Stir occasionally and add water as needed.

5. Add potatoes:

   • Stir in cubed potatoes and coconut milk (if using).

   • Simmer uncovered for another 25–30 minutes until potatoes are soft and sauce thickens.

6. Taste & finish:

   • Adjust seasoning (salt, pepper) to taste.

   • Remove Scotch bonnet before serving if left whole.

🍚 Serve with:

• Steamed white rice or rice and peas

• Fried plantains

• Roti or flatbread