COOK BEEF
To cook beef over stove top, place diced beef, onions, garlic, ginger, ground turmeric, ground coriander, garam masala and red chili powder in a large frying pan. Season with salt. Cover with water. Cook for 1 hour or until beef is tender

To cook in a pressure cooker, place diced beef, sliced onions, garlic, ginger, ground turmeric, ground coriander, garam masala, red chili powder and coconut slices (if using) in a pressure cooker. Season with salt. Stir to combine. Cook, covered, until 5-6 whistles. Remove from heat. Release pressure. Set aside.

TEMPERED SPICES TO ADD TO BEEF CURRY
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add mustard seeds and allow to splutter. Add bay leaves and cinnamon stick. Sauté, stirring constantly, for few seconds. Add onions. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until browned.

Add ground turmeric, ground coriander, garam masala and red chili powder. Sauté, stirring constantly, for a minute. Season with salt. Add water to make thick sauce. Bring to boil. Simmer 2-3 minutes.

Add cooked beef. Stir to combine. Add chopped coriander (cilantro) leaves. Simmer 5-6 minutes.