This Keto Beef Tikka Masala is a rich and flavorful low-carb Indian-inspired dish featuring tender beef cubes simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with traditional tikka masala spices. It's perfect for those following a ketogenic diet who crave comforting and hearty meals without the carbs.
Total Time:1 hour 45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Beef and Marinade
1 lb beef stew meat, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons tikka masala spice blend
Vegetables and Aromatics
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
Sauce
1 can 14 oz coconut milk, full-fat
Salt to taste
Garnish
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides to develop flavor. Once browned, remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add diced onion, minced garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Add Spices: Stir in the tikka masala spice blend and cook for 1 minute, allowing the spices to release their aroma and deepen the flavor.
Simmer the Beef: Return the browned beef to the skillet and pour in the full-fat coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Season and Serve: Taste the sauce and season with salt as needed. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro. For a keto-friendly meal, enjoy over cauliflower rice.
Notes
Using full-fat coconut milk is essential for a creamy texture and keeping the recipe keto-friendly.
Beef stew meat is ideal because it becomes tender with slow simmering; you can substitute with chuck roast cut into cubes.
For more heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped green chilies along with the tikka masala spices.
This dish can be made in advance; flavors develop further when refrigerated overnight.
Serve with cauliflower rice to keep the meal low carb and keto-compliant.
