Spicy Coconut Beef Broth Bowls

Rich, cozy, a little spicy, and packed with warm flavors! Served with fluffy rice, seasoned ground beef, and fresh toppings

For the broth

• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Pinch of cinnamon
• 1 tbsp chili oil
• 3 cups beef broth
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• ½ tsp brown sugar or honey
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Lime juice, to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pot and sauté the onion until golden, about 6–8 minutes.
2. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
3. Stir in all the spices and chili oil, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in beef broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
5. Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes to develop a rich, flavorful broth.
6. Stir in fresh cilantro, taste, and adjust seasonings.

For the ground beef

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the shallot and fresh garlic until softened and fragrant.
2. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until nicely browned.
3. Add soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
4. Stir everything together and cook for another 5 minutes on medium-low heat, allowing all the flavors to come together and the beef to become tender.

To serve

Add fluffy white rice to a bowl, spoon the seasoned ground beef alongside it, and pour the warm, spicy coconut broth around everything. Finish with sliced cucumbers, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro.

Enjoy!