Description
Beef Vindaloo delivers bold, Indian-inspired spices and tender beef for a fiery, satisfying comfort dish.
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs beef, cut into cubes
2 onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
3–4 dry red chilies
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp coriander seeds
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the dry red chilies, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, black pepper, paprika, and cinnamon. Blend to a fine powder.
- Marinate the beef cubes in the spice mixture along with vinegar, salt, ginger, and half of the chopped onions. Let it sit for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the remaining onions, garlic, and sauté until golden brown.
- Add the marinated beef to the pan and cook over medium-high heat until the beef is browned on all sides.
- Pour in any remaining marinade and add water as needed to just cover the beef.
- Cover the pan, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 1.5-2 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
Notes
Beef Vindaloo is a spicy and tangy Indian curry that gets better with time as the flavors meld together, so it’s even more delicious the next day.
Adjust the spice level by adding or reducing the number of dry red chilies according to your preference.
This dish can be made in advance and refrigerated, making it a perfect meal prep option for busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4