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Beef Stew with Potatoes (Aloo Gosht)
This aromatic Eid special beef stew combines tender meat with potatoes in a rich, spiced broth that's both comforting and celebratory. Sabina Vlogs With Food presents this traditional South Asian dish that balances warm spices with savory depth, making it perfect for festive gatherings. The slow-cooked beef becomes fall-apart tender while absorbing all the beautiful flavors of the gravy.
Ingredients
- 1.000 kg beef
- 500.000 g potatoes
- 3.000 medium onions
- 2.000 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 3.000 tbsp tomato paste
- 0.500 cup yogurt
- 1.000 tsp cumin seeds
- 1.500 tsp coriander powder
- 0.500 tsp turmeric powder
- 1.000 tsp red chili powder
- 1.000 tsp garam masala
- 4.000 tbsp oil
- 1.000 tsp salt
- 3.000 cups water
- 2.000 whole green chilies
- 0.250 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or pressure cooker over medium-high heat.
- Add cumin seeds and let them splutter for 30 seconds.
- Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring well.
- Add the beef cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring to coat with the masala.
- Add yogurt and mix well to combine.
- Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly.
- Pour in 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- If using a pressure cooker, close the lid and cook on high pressure for 25-30 minutes. If using a regular pot, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes until beef is tender.
- Add potato chunks and green chilies. If using pressure cooker, cook for another 10-12 minutes on high pressure. If using regular pot, simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are cooked.
- Add garam masala and stir well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
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