Beef / Lamb Stew with Yogurt Marinade : Easy Dinner Cooking Healthy Recipe

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

Combine yogurt with garam masala for the marinade.

Marinate beef in the yogurt marinade for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Heat a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Sear the marinated beef in batches until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Transfer browned beef to a plate and set aside.

In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Return beef to the pot; add beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Add potatoes and simmer for an additional 30 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves and thyme stems before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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