Indulge in the fiery and aromatic flavors of Goan pork vindaloo, a classic dish that embodies the culinary heritage of Goa, India. This tantalizing pork dish is a symphony of spices, blending the heat of red chilies with the tang of vinegar, creating a robust and flavorful curry. The succulent pork is braised in a rich and complex sauce, infused with a harmonious blend of Goan spices, coconut, and aromatic herbs. Accompanying the vindaloo are two delectable side dishes, the fluffy and fragrant Goan rice and a refreshing cucumber salad, providing a perfect balance to the spicy vindaloo. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the depths of Goan cuisine, exploring the intricacies of this iconic dish and its accompaniments.
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GOAN PORK VINDALOO
Try my version of this popular export from Goa.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Using a spice grinder, grind the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, peppercorns, cardamom seeds, cloves, and cinnamon to a fine powder.
- In a food processor, blend the ginger, garlic, chiles, and white wine vinegar, to a paste.
- Mix the ground spice mixture with the paste until well combined, and season with a pinch of salt, to taste. Rub the mixture all over the pork using your fingers, and then set the pork aside, covered, and placed in the refrigerator to marinate for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Heat 4 tablespoons of oil in a nonstick pan. When the oil is hot, add the onion, and fry for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Add the marinated pork pieces, and fry for 6 to 7 minutes, turning once, or until golden-brown on all sides. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the pork is tender. Add small splashes of boiling water to the pan as necessary, if the juices in the pan dry out. Add as little water as possible as the resulting sauce should be quite thick.
- Heat the remaining oil in a separate pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds. Caution: The mustard seeds will start to pop. Keep the pan well away from your face and eyes. Be careful of the popping mustard seeds and the splatter of oil. Once the mustard seeds start to pop, add the cashew nuts, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the nuts are golden-brown.
- To serve the dish, either divide the rice, if using, among 4 serving plates, spoon the vindaloo alongside and pour the fried cashew nuts and mustard seeds over the vindaloo, or alternatively spoon the vindaloo into the center of 4 wheat tortillas, if using, sprinkle with chopped lettuce, and sour cream and roll up into parcels.
GOAN PORK VINDALOO
This is one of the few Indian pork dishes. Pork was introduced to the Goans by the Portugese who settled there. It is very good and the smell from the kitchen when it is cooking is wonderful.
Provided by Brian Holley
Categories Curries
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Seed the chillis and crush to a paste with the spices, garlic,tamarind and vinegar.
- Rub the spice mix into the meat and allow to stand for 30 minutes.
- Heat the oil and fry the onions till brown, add the spice mix with the meat and 2 tbsp water, fry for 5 minutes.
- Add 4 cups of water and salt to taste, cook till meat is tender.
- Add the sugar and curry leaves simmer 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 765, Fat 41.3, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 194.9, Sodium 154.4, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 4, Sugar 14.2, Protein 70.8
SLOW-COOKER GOAN PORK VINDALOO
In 1510, when the Portuguese invaded Goa, a region on the west coast of India, they brought with them a dish called carne de vinha d'alho, a sailors' preserve of pork stored in wine vinegar and garlic. Goan cooks reimagined the dish with local ingredients, like cinnamon, black pepper and coconut palm vinegar, and it came to be called vindaloo. Chiles are always included, but the dish is not traditionally superhot. In this version, the pork benefits from slow cooking in the vinegar and spices, making marination unnecessary. The blender does double duty: It purées the aromatics and grinds the whole spices at the same time.
Provided by Sarah DiGregorio
Time 5h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine the onion, garlic, ginger, mustard seeds, cloves, peppercorns and 2 1/2 teaspoons salt in a blender. Using the flat side of a chef's knife, firmly press the cardamom pods so that they crack open. Put the seeds from each pod in the blender and discard the pods. (This yields about a heaping 1/4 teaspoon of seeds.) Pour the vinegar into the blender. Blend, first on low until everything is combined, then on high, until the mixture is fully puréed and the whole spices are crushed, 30 seconds to 3 minutes depending on your blender. (You will see flecks of spices, but everything should be at least coarsely ground.)
- Pour the puréed mixture into a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Stir in the cinnamon stick, jaggery, cumin, turmeric, chile powder and cayenne (if using). Add the pork and stir to evenly combine. Cover and cook on high until the flavors have blended, the oniony taste is no longer sharp, and the pork is very tender, about 5 hours.
- Remove and discard the cinnamon stick. Taste and add more salt or sugar if you like, before serving with warmed rice. The sauce will be rich and a little soupy, great for spooning over rice. If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the pork from the slow cooker with a slotted spoon and put it in a serving dish. Pour the sauce into a saucepan and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Pour the reduced sauce over the pork and serve with warm rice.
GOAN PORK VINDALOO
The traditional Goan pork dish flavored with chilies, garlic and vinegar. It's spicy and tangy at the same time. Leaves your taste buds tingling for more. Serve with rice or crusty rolls.
Provided by Alina
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 9h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Grind the Kashmiri chiles, cinnamon stick, cumin, clove, peppercorns, and turmeric with a mortar and pestle or electric coffee grinder until the spices have been ground smooth. Mix with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to create a smooth paste. Season to taste with salt.
- Mix the pork cubes with the spice-vinegar paste in a bowl until evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the onions, garlic, and ginger until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the pork and its marinade, and cook, stirring frequently, until the pork cubes have firmed, about 5 minutes. Pour in the water, bring to simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook until the pork is tender, about 40 minutes.
- Stir in the green chile pepper strips and 1/4 cup of vinegar. Cook uncovered until the green chile peppers have softened and the vindaloo has thickened, about 30 more minutes. Season to taste with salt before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 53.7 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 50.7 mg, Sugar 3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder or pork butt are great options for vindaloo as they have a good amount of fat that helps to keep the meat moist during cooking.
- Marinate the pork overnight: This allows the flavors of the spices and herbs to penetrate the meat and gives you a more flavorful dish.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the pork from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the spice level: If you don't like your food too spicy, you can reduce the amount of chili peppers or cayenne pepper in the recipe.
- Serve with rice, naan, or chapati: These are all great options for soaking up the delicious sauce from the vindaloo.
Conclusion:
Goan pork vindaloo is a flavorful and spicy dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its tender pork, rich sauce, and aromatic spices, this dish is a true taste of India. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Goan pork vindaloo a try. You won't be disappointed!
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