Garlic and Ginger Beef Curry

1. In a large frying pan, heat the oil over a moderate heat. 2. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. 3. Add garlic and ginger and continue to cook for 1 minute, stirring. 4. Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine the coriander, cumin, red pepper flakes, turmeric, salt and water into a paste. Add the paste to the onion and cook, stirring for 1 minute. 5. Add the meat to the pan and cook, stirring for 3 minutes. 6. Raise the heat to moderately high and cook to your taste, stirring about 2 minutes longer for medium rare. 7. Stir in cilantro and serve. 8. Note: a long-simmering curry becomes a quick one when you substitute a tender cut of beef (like sirloin or fillet) and stir-fry it till medium-rare.