By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 12, 2026
Serves 2
422 cal · 25 min
High Country Beef Curry
Recipe GLPRc863d312fabc00
A hearty, backcountry-friendly curry made with dehydrated ingredients. Tender beef jerky rehydrates in a fragrant coconut-based broth enriched with curry spices, dried vegetables, and sweet raisins, all served over delicate rice vermicelli. This lightweight meal is perfect for camping and high-altitude adventures.
Save recipes you love
Create a free Grocery List Plus account to save recipes, rate them, and add every ingredient to your grocery list in one tap.
Ingredients
2 cups water
2 ounces beef jerky
1 2-ounce packet powdered coconut milk
1½ ounces dehydrated mixed vegetables (mushrooms, onion, and carrots)
1 ounce raisins
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 beef bouillon cube
6 ounces Asian rice vermicelli
Directions
In a large pot, combine water, beef jerky, powdered coconut milk, dehydrated vegetables, raisins, chopped garlic, curry powder, and beef bouillon cube. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to help the coconut milk and bouillon dissolve. Once boiling, reduce heat slightly, cover with a lid, and remove from heat. Let sit covered while you prepare the pasta.
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil according to the rice vermicelli package directions. (Tip: break the vermicelli bundle in half before cooking for easier handling.) Cook until just tender, then carefully drain the pasta in a colander.
Add the drained vermicelli to the curry pot and stir well to combine all ingredients. Return the pot to the stove over medium-low heat and stir gently until the curry is bubbling and all components are evenly mixed. If the curry appears too thick or dry, add a splash of additional water to reach your desired consistency.
Turn off the heat and cover the pot with a lid. Let the curry rest undisturbed for 5 to 7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. Divide evenly between two bowls and serve hot.
Comments
This is a clever shortcut curry that works for two people in a real weeknight pinch, but budget 40 minutes instead of 25—the jerky needs serious hydration and the vermicelli requires separate cooking. The ingredient list is almost entirely available at any Charlotte grocery chain (Walmart, Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Kroger, ALDI), though you may need to check the Asian aisle at Harris Teeter or Kroger for quality rice vermicelli if you want the texture to hold up. At roughly $2.50 per serving, the cost hinges on the beef jerky quality; cheaper brands keep it affordable, but they can oversalt the broth. This is a same-night dish—the jerky-based broth doesn't reheat well, and leftovers turn gluey—so plan to serve it fresh and in full.
Sign in or create a free account to add your review.
