Beef Boneless Masala Recipe
For Pressure Cooking Beef
For Masala and Finishing
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare Onions and Initial Spices
Heat 1/2 cup of cooking oil in a pressure cooker. Add the sliced onions and cook until they turn golden brown. Then, add 1/2 tbsp of whole cumin seeds, 4-5 cloves, 1 small cinnamon stick, 2 brown cardamoms, 2-3 green cardamoms, and 1 bay leaf. Stir and cook for a minute until fragrant.
Cook the Beef
Add 2 kg of washed and drained boneless beef cubes to the pressure cooker. Cook on high heat for until the beef changes color. Add 2 tbsp of ginger and garlic paste and cook for another . Then, add 1 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook for , ensuring the spices are well combined with the beef.
Pressure Cook the Beef
Pour 2 glasses (approx. 800-1000ml) of hot water into the pressure cooker with the beef. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for after the first whistle, or until the beef is fully tender. (Note: Always use hot water to prevent the meat from becoming tough).
Prepare the Masala Base
While the beef is pressure cooking, prepare the masala in a separate pan. Heat 1/4 cup of cooking oil. Add 1 tsp of whole cumin seeds and 1 tbsp of ginger and garlic paste. Cook for until fragrant. Then, add 1 tbsp red chili powder, 1/2 tbsp paprika powder, and 1 tsp turmeric powder. Cook for to enhance the red color before adding tomatoes.
Cook Tomatoes and Yogurt
Add 4 chopped tomatoes and 1 tbsp salt to the pan. Stir well and cover the pan, cooking until the tomatoes are fully mixed and softened. Once the tomatoes have cooked down, add 2 tbsp of yogurt and mix thoroughly.
Combine Beef and Masala
Carefully release the pressure from the cooker and open the lid. Add the cooked beef from the pressure cooker into the pan with the prepared masala. Cook on high heat for , stirring occasionally. Add 1 tbsp coriander powder, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp cumin powder. Mix well.
Simmer and Finish the Masala
Pour the remaining liquid (boiled meat water) from the pressure cooker into the pan. Add 1 cup of water to the pressure cooker to rinse out any remaining bits and add it to the pan. Cover the pan and cook on low heat for , allowing the flavors to meld. Finally, add chopped cilantro, 5-6 slit green chilies, ginger, 1 tbsp dry fenugreek leaves, and 1 tsp garam masala powder. Mix everything gently, cover, and cook on low heat for another .
Serve Beef Boneless Masala
The Beef Boneless Masala is now ready to be served. Enjoy it hot with your favorite bread, such as roti or naan.
Before You Cook
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No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Bay leaf?
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
- Pinch of dried oregano
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Yogurt?
- Sour cream (1:1)
- Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
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