Beef Rogan Josh with Saffron Rice and Garlic Spinach

Step 1: Prepare the beef

In a bowl, combine the beef stew meat with the yogurt, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon each of cumin, coriander, paprika, and garam masala. Stir to coat the beef evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

• 1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cubed
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garam masala

Step 2: Cook the rice

Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the basmati rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

• 1.5 cups basmati rice

Step 3: Make the Rogan Josh

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add the grated ginger and remaining 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated

Add the marinated beef and any yogurt marinade to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned.

• Marinated beef from Step 1

Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, and the remaining 1 teaspoon each of cumin, coriander, paprika, and garam masala. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is very tender.

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garam masala

Step 4: Make the Garlic Spinach

In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the remaining 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spinach is wilted.

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 5 ounces baby spinach

Step 5: Finish the Saffron Rice

Fluff the cooked basmati rice with a fork. Crumble the saffron threads over the rice and gently stir to combine.

• 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads

Step 6: Serve

Serve the Beef Rogan Josh over the Saffron Rice, topped with the Garlic Spinach. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro