Curry fans will enjoy this spicy beef dish from the Malabar Coast, a region of South India. Raisin-Almond Rice complements the curry.

1) Cut off any visible fat from beef. Cut into 1/4" strips about 2" long. (For ease in slicing, partially freeze beef before slicing.)

2) SautAe onion and garlic in the oil in heavy saucepan or skillet. Add spices and sautAe a few minutes.

3) Coat beef with the flour. Add to saucepan and brown lightly. Add lemon rind, lemon juice and broth.

4) Bring to boiling. Cover and simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until meat is tender, stirring occasionally. Serve with the Raisin-Almond Rice.

~ - Raisin-Almond Rice -

SautAe rice and onion in butter until golden. Add boiling water, raisins and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until rice is tender. Transfer to serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds and chopped parsley; sprinkle lightly with paprika.

Per serving: 588 Calories; 29g Fat (43% calories from fat); 29g Protein; 56g Carbohydrate; 76mg Cholesterol; 984mg Sodium