Panaeng Nua - Panaeng Thai Beef Curry

Ingredients

• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1 lb stewing beef, cut into bite sized chunks
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 stalk lemongrass (bottom 1/3 finely chopped)
• 3 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
• 2 tablespoons chunky peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 green onion, minced
• basil leaves or sliced red chili (to garnish)

Directions

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, bring the coconut milk to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionaly.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to low & simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Add remaining ingredients & stir. Cover & simmer over a medium heat, stirring occasionally for 1 1/2 - 2 hours or until the beef is tender.

4. 4

   Serve hot over rice. Garnish with the basil or chillies.