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smothered steak and onion gravy in skillet

Smothered Steak with Curry Coconut Gravy

Tender smothered steak simmered in Thai red curry gravy with coconut milk and onions. A bold, comforting sirloin steak recipe with soul.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Soul Food, Thai
Diet: Low Salt
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 718kcal
Author: Marwin Brown

Ingredients

  • 2 8 oz Sirloin Steaks
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves smashed and diced
  • 3 tablespoon Thai red Curry Paste
  • 14 oz can coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 2-3 thyme sprigs
  • 1 lime juiced

Instructions

  • Allow steaks to come to room temperature. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Brown steaks in cast ion skillet on both sides about two minutes per. Remove and set aside on paper towel lined plate.
  • Add onions plus more oil if needed. Saute onions 2-3 minutes.
  • Add garlic and sauté another 30 seconds.
  • Add paste to the skillet and mix thoroughly. Add coconut plus fish sauce. Stir, add thyme, and let simmer 2-3 minutes.
  • Add steaks back, cover, and simmer on low or bake at 325 degrees F until internal temperature reaches 135 degrees.
  • Remove the steaks and reduce gravy to desired consistency. For thicker gravy fast, make a slurry by mixing a tablespoon corn starch with ¼ cup water or the sauce and adding it back.
  • Add the lime juice to brighten things up.
  • Serve steaks over rice or mashed potatoes and top with gravy and onions.

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Notes

  • Slice sirloin against the grain for tenderness; this matters more than cook time.
  • Let the curry paste cook in oil for 30–60 seconds before adding liquid to avoid raw spice flavor.
  • Keep the simmer gentle, not aggressive; boiling will tighten the steak.
  • Taste at the end; balance salt with fish sauce, not more curry.

Nutrition

Calories: 718kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 45g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 1403mg | Potassium: 1178mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 3613IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 7mg
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