In the vibrant tapestry of Indian cuisine, Goan beef curry with vinegar, also known as beef vindaloo, stands as a testament to the region's rich culinary heritage. This tantalizing dish, with its fiery red hue and aromatic blend of spices, is a symphony of bold flavors that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving for more. While the traditional recipe calls for beef, this versatile dish can also be prepared with pork, lamb, or even tofu, making it a delightful option for vegetarians. The tangy vinegar adds a refreshing sourness that perfectly balances the heat from the chili peppers, creating a harmonious interplay of flavors. Accompanied by fluffy rice or warm, soft bread, this culinary masterpiece is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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GOAN BEEF CURRY WITH VINEGAR: BEEF VINDALOO BY AARTI
Aarti Sequeira demystifies curry dishes in this episode. I really enjoyed making this dish. She also used heaping spoon measures of every ingredient. Feel free to adjust the amounts to you liking I found it a bit too spicy med-hot for my liking, so I will adjust the measurements for the next time. Also be sure to get a cut of beef that is likely to be tender. I used a beef stew meat and after over 60+ minutes, it still wasn't tender enough. Don't worry if you do not have whole spices or a spice grinder. I have included the ground spice equivalents. Recipe courtesy Aarti Sequeira & Food Network.
Provided by Chicagoland Chef du
Categories Curries
Time 1h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the wet masala mix:
- In a small skillet over medium-high heat, toast the cumin seeds, cinnamon bark, cloves, and peppercorns until fragrant, about 1 minute. NOTE: if you are using all ground spices, just measure out and place in a small dish. No need to toast.
- Pour into a spice grinder and process until powdered.
- In a small food processor or blender combine the spice mix and the rest of the wet masala ingredients > ginger garlic paste and vinegar. Process until smooth. Set aside.
- Place a large (preferably nonstick) pot over high heat and add the oil. When the oil is shimmering, add the onions and serrano pepper. Stirring frequently, saute the onions until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Don't let them burn! Turn the heat down to medium-high if they're starting to burn.
- Add the wet masala, taking care because it will sizzle. Stir quite vigorously and turn down the heat if it's bubbling too furiously. *Don't wash the food processor bowl yet. Keep stirring, with short pauses, until most of the liquid has evaporated and the masala comes together as one mass, about 2 minutes. Also, you may see little droplets of oil on the perimeter of the masala. That's a good sign!
- Quickly add the meat and stir, coating the meat in the masala. Stir and cook about 5 minutes until the meat browns.
- Remember that dirty food processor bowl? Fill it with 1 cup of hot water (from the tap is fine), swirl it around so it picks up any leftover masala, and pour that into the pot.
- Add salt and pepper, stir, bring the curry to a boil, and then turn it down to a simmer. Cover and cook at least 30 -60 minutes. Then cook with the lid ajar for another 10 minutes to thicken the gravy slightly. This step may take longer until the meat is tender.
- Check the meat at the end of the cooking time; it should be tender and not chewy at all. Adjust the salt if you like.
- Serve over rice, or with chapatis (whole wheat griddle bread) or naan.
- I made a raita recipe#47590. This is cool and creamy and will cut the heat.
- Spread the raita on the flat bread, spoon on the meat mixture & enjoy!
- GINGER GARLIC PASTE:.
- 1/2 cup cloves garlic, whole.
- 1/2 cup fresh ginger, peeled, 1/2-inch slices.
- 1/4 cup canola oil.
- Throw the garlic, ginger, and canola oil in a mini-food processor and let it go until it forms a semi-smooth paste. There will still be tiny little pieces in there, but overall, it should resemble a paste.
- Save what you don't use in a small glass jar. It should last in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks.
- ALTERNATELY, in place of the ginger garlic paste use: 6 cloves garlic, peeled and roughly chopped and 1-inch thumb fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.2, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 440.8, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.5, Protein 0.7
GOAN BEEF CURRY WITH VINEGAR: BEEF VINDALOO
Provided by Aarti Sequeira
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the wet masala: In a small skillet over medium-high heat, toast the cumin seeds, cinnamon bark, cloves, and peppercorns until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour into a spice grinder and process until powdered. In a small food processor or blender, combine the toasted spice mix and the rest of the wet masala ingredients. Process until smooth.
- Place a large (preferably nonstick) pot over high heat and add the oil. When the oil is shimmering, add the onions and serrano pepper. Stirring frequently, saute the onions until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Don't let them burn! Turn the heat down to medium-high if they're starting to burn.
- Add the ground wet masala, taking care because it will sizzle wildly and steam up your glasses, if you wear them. Stir quite vigorously and turn down the heat if it's bubbling too furiously. Don't wash the food processor bowl yet. Keep stirring, with short pauses, until most of the liquid has evaporated and the masala comes together as one mass, about 2 minutes. Also, you may see little droplets of oil on the perimeter of the masala. That's a good sign!
- Quickly add the meat and stir, coating the meat in the masala. Stir and cook about 5 minutes until the meat browns.
- Remember that dirty food processor bowl? Fill it with 1 cup of hot water (from the tap is fine), swirl it around so it picks up any leftover masala, and pour that into the pot. Add salt and pepper, stir, bring the curry to a boil, and then turn it down to a simmer. Cover and cook 30 minutes. Then cook with the lid ajar for another 10 minutes to thicken the gravy slightly. Check the meat at the end of the cooking time; it should be tender and not chewy at all. Adjust the salt if you like, and serve over rice or with chapatis (whole wheat griddle bread).
- Throw the garlic, ginger, and canola oil in a mini-food processor and let it go until it forms a semi-smooth paste. There will still be tiny little pieces in there, but overall, it should resemble a paste.
- Save what you don't use in a small glass jar. It should last in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks. It's a delicious addition to marinades, pasta sauces, stir fry sauces, slow-cooker recipes, gravy etc. We always had a jar of this stuff in our fridge growing up.
BEEF VINDALOO
A great make-ahead vindaloo recipe which is a guaranteed crowd pleaser and will convert many to Indian food. It can be made with any meat and most pantry items. Serve with mashed potatoes or basmati rice.
Provided by Toast2U
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 9h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk the vinegar, garlic paste, ginger paste, yogurt, salt, black pepper, and red pepper together in a mixing bowl. Mix in the beef cubes until evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator overnight (or at least 30 minutes).
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the onions in the hot oil until they soften, turn translucent, and begin turning golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the beef cubes, and cook, stirring frequently until the meat is no longer pink on the outside, about 10 minutes more. Stir in the tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the water, and bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low; cook until the beef is tender, about 40 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 109.2 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 2779.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
GOAN BEEF CURRY
Transport yourself to the shores of Goa with this authentic beef curry. If you plan ahead, you can cook the beef itself ahead of time, then whip up the curry in less than 30 minutes. Serve curry hot with pulao or basmati rice.
Provided by Louella
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian Main Dishes Curry
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place beef in a small pan, cover with water, and season with salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until beef is fork tender, 1 to 2 hours. Remove and cut beef into cubes; reserve remaining juices in the pan.
- Toast chile peppers, cinnamon stick, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, peppercorns, and cardamom pods in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder and process to a fine powder. Move to a mortar and pestle, add garlic and ginger, and grind into a paste.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and curry leaves; cook until the onions turn golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in spice paste until well combined. Add beef cubes and reserved juices; bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add potatoes, tomato, and green beans. Season with additional salt to taste. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook gently until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Finish by adding tamarind juice. Cook a few minutes more before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 37.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
GOAN BEEF CURRY
I purchased this wonderful cookbook over the holidays--The Food of India, A Journey for Food Lovers and found this wonderful recipe. It is very easy to put together and is delicious served over rice.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Curries
Time 1h50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Remove seeds from cardamom pods and grind them in a spice grinder along with the fennel seeds, cloves, cinnamon stick, fenugreek seeds, peppercorns, coriander and cumin seeds. Set aside.
- In a heavy skillet or dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat; add the onions, garlic and ginger, cook stirring frequently until lightly browned.
- Add the meat and continue to cook until brown all over; add all the spices and cook for 1 minute; add creamed coconut and 1 cup of water, stir to combine; or stir in the coconut milk.
- Cover and cook on low for 1 hour, stir. If the sauce is too liquid, uncover, turn up heat to medium and cook for an additional 20 to 30 minutes or until meat is tender. If you do not need to reduce the sauce, keep covered and continue cooking until meat is tender.
- Season with salt to taste and serve over basmati rice.
- Please note: This can be cooked in a crock pot but liquid should be reduced accordingly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.4, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 145.2, Sodium 210.6, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.5, Protein 51.1
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: A tougher cut of beef, like chuck roast or brisket, will work best for this curry. These cuts have more connective tissue, which will break down and become tender during the long cooking process.
- Don't be afraid to use a lot of spices: Vindaloo is a spicy dish, so don't be shy with the spices. The most important spices in a vindaloo are red chili powder, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. You can also add other spices to your taste, such as garam masala, fenugreek, or cardamom.
- Use good quality vinegar: The vinegar is an important ingredient in a vindaloo, so make sure you use a good quality vinegar. White vinegar or apple cider vinegar are both good choices.
- Cook the curry low and slow: Vindaloo is a dish that benefits from long, slow cooking. This will allow the flavors to develop and the beef to become tender.
- Serve with rice or naan: Vindaloo is traditionally served with rice or naan. You can also serve it with roti or paratha.
Conclusion:
Goan Beef Curry with Vinegar (Beef Vindaloo) is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. It is a great way to use up a tough cut of beef, and the spices and vinegar give it a unique and tangy flavor. Serve it with rice or naan, and enjoy!
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