Description
Authentic Beef Vindaloo is a spicy Indian curry made with tender beef, aromatic spices, and a tangy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2–3 green chilies, slit lengthwise (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (optional)
- 1 cup beef broth
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and black peppercorns until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Let cool, then grind into a fine powder.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the ground spice mix, turmeric powder, and cinnamon powder to the pot. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the beef cubes to the pot, stirring to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Pour in the vinegar and tamarind paste (if using), followed by the beef broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, cooking for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if needed.
- Once the beef is tender, taste and adjust seasoning with salt. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a milder version, reduce the number of green chilies or omit them entirely.
- Serve with steamed basmati rice or naan to soak up the sauce.
- For added depth of flavor, marinate the beef in the vinegar and spices overnight before cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg