Afghani Beef Gravy | Unique Beef homemade recipe |

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork can be more affordable.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers flavor with less heat.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley is a milder herb that can be more accessible.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

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

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

Stir in yogurt and lemon juice, mixing well to combine.

Pour in water to cover the beef; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until beef is tender, about 1.5-2 hours.

Check occasionally, adding more water if necessary to maintain gravy consistency.

Once tender, adjust seasoning with salt and additional spices as desired.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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