Eating Lunch(Rice & Huge Nalli, Bone Marrow, Spicy Meat Curry) With Friends at Mejjainna Bari

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with similar texture.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

Heat mustard oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.

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

Add beef pieces and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder; cook for 2 minutes.

Incorporate yogurt, stirring well to coat the meat evenly.

Add salt, bay leaves, cardamom, and cloves; mix thoroughly.

Pour in enough water to cover the meat; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours until the meat is tender.

Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or spices to taste.

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

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