The brown plate exudes a sense of calm, but contrasts sharply with the golden pumpkin and curry, adding visual intrigue. The round plate and the round pumpkin complement each other, while the radiating arrangement of leaves appears to emit rays of light from the center, enhancing the visual appeal.

Ingredients: Beef, pumpkin, curry, mint leaves, lemon leaves, etc.

Method: Steam the pumpkin for about 25 minutes. Once steamed, let it cool slightly, then scoop out the middle to use as a serving bowl. Mix the scooped-out pumpkin with the beef and curry to add more layers of texture to the dish. Cut the beef into strips, simmer until tender, then stir-fry with the curry. Finally, cook everything together before serving. For seasoning, add mint leaves and lemon leaves to enhance the flavor.

Scene 1: A brown round plate highlights the vibrant colors of the pumpkin curry

Plating Method

①Place the pumpkin bowl in the center of a brown round plate. Fold four pieces of banana leaves, with the pointed ends facing outward, and position them at the top, bottom, left, and right of the pumpkin.

②Fill the pumpkin bowl with curried pumpkin beef.

③Add two stalks of lemongrass to create height and visual interest, then top with mint leaves for decoration.

④Finally, garnish the curried pumpkin beef with carved chili flowers, adding a vibrant splash of color that stands out against the brown plate.

Plating Tip: Lemongrass is a key element in Thai cuisine. Beyond its culinary use, thoughtful presentation with lemongrass can elevate the dish visually.

Scene 2: Ingredients as Serving Vessels, Colors in Harmony

This curried pumpkin beef uses Thai yellow curry, which is rich in both color and flavor. A white round plate is chosen to highlight the golden hue of the curry, and the round shape of the plate complements the round pumpkin. Banana leaves and carved carrot flowers on the side add a touch of elegance to the presentation.

Plating Method

①Place the steamed pumpkin bowl slightly to one side on a white round plate. Fill the pumpkin bowl generously with the pumpkin curry beef mixture, making it appear full and abundant. Arrange folded banana leaves along the edge of the plate, then lay down some lettuce, and place a carved carrot flower for decoration.

②Add a few mint leaves for garnish.

③Finally, top the pumpkin curry beef with lotus leaves and slices of red chili, enhancing the dish's vibrant and eye-catching appearance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you're planning on some beef slow-cooking action, beef chuck is going to be your best bet, especially if you're after fall-apart tender beef. You can also use short ribs in your curry, which might sound crazy but you should NOT sleep on beef ribs! Even sirloin makes for a super great cut to use in your beef curries!

Slow-cook the beef in heavy-bottom pot:

  • Now add water and salt to taste. Stir everything well.
  • Bring the heat to low, close the lid and simmer for 1 hour or until the beef is tender. …
  • Make a taste test and add more salt or spices if needed.
  • Once the beef is tender, turn off the heat and add coriander.

[Source: Indian Beef Curry - Khin's Kitchen]

The first method, and arguably the fastest, is using a fork. Just go over the entire steak, puncturing holes all over. Then flip and repeat. The idea is that opening lots of holes helps moisture escape during cooking. [Source: What's the BEST WAY to Tenderize steak?]

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