Fragrant south indian beef curry recipe

Beef second courses Indian cuisine

2 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 12 fresh curry leaves or 2 bay leaves 6 garlic cloves, grated 4 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger 1 tablespoon tomato paste dissolved in ½ cup of water 2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon cayenne ½ teaspoon ground turmeric 4 small dried hot chiles 4 star anise pods Two 3-inch cinnamon sticks 1¾ pounds boneless beef short ribs, cut into ¾-inch pieces Salt