I would make the beef into a curry too – if you have Indian spices in your pantry. Fry some turmeric, coriander seeds and ground cumin in oil along with chopped onion and the garlic. When the spices are brown but not burnt and the onion is soft, add the beef and brown, then the rest of the veggies. Add some canned tomatoes and cover and let it simmer for about ½ hour. Serve with the vegetable curry and rice.