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Beef Nihari

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Beef Nihari is a flavorful and aromatic slow-cooked Pakistani dish made with tender beef, spices, and a rich gravy. The beef is simmered for hours until it becomes tender and absorbs the flavors of the spices. It's traditionally served with naan bread or rice, and you can garnish it with fresh ginger, cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon for an extra zing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Pakistani
Calories: 341
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound beef bone-in, cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
  • 2 medium-sized onions finely sliced
  • 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tablespoons Nihari Masala (a mix of spices available in stores)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons wheat flour (optional, for thickening)
  • Fresh ginger julienned (for garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Naan bread or rice (for serving)
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Method
 

  1. Heat the oil or ghee in a large pot or pressure cooker over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute until fragrant.
  4. Now add the beef pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  5. Stir in the Nihari masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well to coat the meat evenly.
  6. Pour in the water and bring it to a boil. If using a pressure cooker, cover it and cook on medium heat for about 30 minutes. If using a regular pot, cover it and let it simmer on low heat for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender.
  7. If you prefer a thicker gravy, mix the wheat flour with a little water to make a smooth paste. Stir this mixture into the Nihari and cook for an additional 10 minutes to thicken the gravy.
  8. Garnish with fresh ginger and cilantro leaves.
  9. Serve hot with naan bread or rice and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 341kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 21gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 103mgPotassium: 413mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 149IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 3mg

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