Gosht Aloo Bukhara (Beef Curry with Dried Plums) Recipe

Gosht Aloo Bukhara (Beef Curry with Dried Plums) Recipe

 

Ingredients:

• 500g beef (boneless, cut into cubes)
• 1/4 cup oil or ghee
• 2 medium onions (sliced thin)
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tomatoes (chopped or pureed)
• 1/4 cup yogurt (whisked)
• 8-10 dried plums (aloo bukhara)
• 2-3 green chilies (sliced, optional)
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2-3 cloves
• 2-3 green cardamom pods
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
• Fresh ginger (julienned, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat Oil: In a large pot or pan, heat the oil or ghee on medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom. Let them splutter for a minute.

2. Fry Onions: Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown and caramelized. Stir frequently to avoid burning.

3. Add Ginger-Garlic: Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Brown the Beef: Add the beef cubes and cook on high heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned on all sides.

5. Spices and Tomatoes: Add coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to coat the meat in spices. Then, add chopped tomatoes or tomato puree and cook for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes break down.

6. Simmer the Meat: Add whisked yogurt and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid curdling. Add 1-2 cups of water, cover, and let the beef cook on low heat for about 45-60 minutes until tender. Stir occasionally, adding more water if needed.

7. Add Dried Plums: Once the beef is tender, add the dried plums (aloo bukhara) and sliced green chilies. Let it simmer for another 10-15 minutes so the plums soften and infuse their sweet-sour flavor into the curry.

8. Final Touch: Stir in garam masala and cook for another 2 minutes. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

9. Garnish and Serve: Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves and julienned ginger.

10. Serving: Serve the Gosht Aloo Bukhara with hot naan, chapati, or steamed rice.

Enjoy this delicious combination of savory beef with sweet, tangy plums!