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Clara Whitley

Beef Vindaloo

A comforting and flavorful beef vindaloo dish, perfect for cozy nights in with its spicy, tangy sauce and tender beef chunks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Goan, Indian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Vindaloo
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes Chuck is ideal for tenderness after long cooking.
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (or ghee)
  • 2 large onions, finely sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 inches ginger, grated
  • 2-3 pieces green chilies, slit (or to taste) Adjust to your spice preference.
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar (white or apple cider)
  • 2 teaspoons tamarind paste (optional for extra tang)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar (or jaggery)
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • to taste Salt
  • to garnish Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds; let them crackle for a moment.
  3. Stir in the onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  4. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add the beef and brown it on all sides.
  6. Sprinkle in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir for another minute.
  7. Pour in vinegar and tamarind paste (if using), followed by enough water to cover the beef.
  8. Add brown sugar and bring the mixture to a boil.
Cooking
  1. Reduce heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours or until beef is tender and sauce has thickened.
  2. Near the end of cooking, sprinkle in garam masala and adjust salt as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Feel free to adjust heat by varying the number of chilies or using milder peppers. For a different protein, consider pork or chicken, and for a vegetarian option, try chickpeas or mushrooms. Cinnamon or cardamom can also add unique flavors.

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