Beef Curry

Difficulty: Medium Prep Time: 30 minutes Makes: 4 - 6 Servings
Ingredients
1 tbsp. nigella seeds
Zest and Juice of 4 limes - plus 2 halved, for serving
1 tbsp. garlic granules
1 tbsp. coriander seeds
2 tbsp. fenugreek seeds
1 tsp. fine salt
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
5 gram dried kaffir lime leaves
5 gram dried curry leaves
3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
100 ml (3 1/4 oz.) extra virgin olive oil
1 kg. (2 1/4 lbs.) beef fillet
a few sprigs fresh basil
1 large pomelo or grapefruit
2 red chillies, sliced
1 large bunch coriander, roughly chopped
Steps
  1. Add boiling water to cover nigella seeds, cover and soak for 30 mins.
  2. Drain and add the lime juice
  3. Preheat oven to 220C (425F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
  4. Add all ingredients except beef; lime zest; pomelo or grapefruit; chillies; fresh coriander and basil to bowl of nigella seeds and mix well.
  5. Rub mixture into beef, coating evenly all over. Let marinade, covered at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  6. Uncover and place on baking tray and roast in oven for 30 - 35 minutes (for medium) or 40 - 45 minutes (for well done). Remove from oven and let rest 15 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, segment the pomelo or grapefruit into a bowl. Add lime zest and chillies mixing well to combine. Set aside.
  8. When meat has rested, slice and arrange on a platter with the limes and basil.. Serve with the salad.