Easy কালা ভুনা Kala Bhuna Recipe For Beginners

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: goat

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more accessible.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide flavor without heat; jalapeños are often less expensive.

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

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in ginger and garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add beef and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

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

Incorporate yogurt, stirring well to coat the beef.

Add bay leaves and salt, then cover and simmer on low heat for 1-1.5 hours, until beef is tender.

Stir occasionally and add water if needed to prevent sticking.

Once cooked, adjust seasoning and add lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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