Mouth Watering 😋😋 Beef Nihari Recipe | Easy Nihari | Cook With Nadia

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: lamb

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is healthier, while butter is often more accessible.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: coconut yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Coconut yogurt is dairy-free, while sour cream is usually less expensive.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: pre-mixed spice blends

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor without added calories, while blends save time.

Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add beef pieces, browning them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.

In a bowl, mix yogurt with spices, then add to the pot, stirring well.

Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring to combine thoroughly.

Pour in water to cover the beef, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 4-6 hours until the beef is tender.

Skim off any excess fat from the surface as it cooks.

Once done, adjust seasoning with salt and add bay leaves, cardamom, and cinnamon.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green chilies before serving.

Serve hot with lemon wedges and naan or rice.

Cooking Techniques

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