Description
Bring the vibrant flavors of India to your kitchen with this Beef Vindaloo Recipe. This one-skillet dish is a perfect blend of tender beef, aromatic spices, and the tanginess of apple cider vinegar, creating a hearty curry that is sure to impress family and friends. Ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a rich, satisfying meal in under two hours. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for an authentic experience that will transport your taste buds straight to India. Enjoy the ease of preparation while indulging in a comforting, spicy dish that’s perfect for meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup low-sodium beef stock
Instructions
- Cut beef into 2-inch cubes; season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat; brown the beef on all sides and set aside.
- In the same skillet, caramelize chopped onions until golden; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in spices and mix well before adding tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and beef stock.
- Return browned beef to skillet; cover and simmer on low heat for about 60 minutes until tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; serve hot over rice or with naan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 387
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg