How to Make New York's Most Famous Coconut Beef Curry at Home | Zainab Shah | NYT Cooking

Oct 17, 2025 | Zainab is in the studio kitchen making a coconut beef curry inspired by a recipe that Vijay Kumar, the chef behind the Michelin-starred restaurant Semma in New York City, taught her. Her version has been simplified for home cooks, but manages to be velvety and comforting. It’s the kind of dish that rewards patience and turns an ordinary dinner into a celebration.

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