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Beef Vindaloo: Spicy, Tangy, and Tender Indian Beef Curry


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  • Author: Klara Henschel,
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Beef Vindaloo is a delightful journey into Indian cuisine, with bold spices and tender beef. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this one-skillet curry is tangy, spicy, and deeply flavorful.


Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef stock
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cooked basmati rice, for serving
  • Warmed naan, for serving
  • Plain Greek yogurt, for serving


Instructions

  1. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté beef until browned on all sides, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, cook chopped onion until caramelized. Add garlic and sauté until softened.
  4. Stir in garam masala, cumin, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne until fragrant. Add tomato paste and apple cider vinegar to deglaze.
  5. Pour in beef stock, return beef to the skillet, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 1 hour, until beef is tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning and serve over basmati rice with warm naan and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne pepper to control heat.
  • Can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Indian