Here’s a simple and delicious Beef Korma recipe for you to try:
Beef Korma Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 500g beef, cut into cubes
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 large onions, finely sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup oil or ghee
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 cup cashews, soaked in water
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt to taste
- Chopped fresh coriander for garnish
Whole Spices:
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 green cardamom pods
- 4 cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
Ground Spices:
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
Instructions:
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, mix the beef cubes with yogurt and set aside for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Cashew Paste:
- Grind the soaked cashews into a smooth paste using a little water.
- Cook the Onions:
- In a large pan, heat oil or ghee. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
- Add Whole Spices:
- Add the bay leaves, cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick, and cumin seeds. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- Add Ginger-Garlic Paste:
- Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Add Tomatoes:
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and the oil starts to separate.
- Add Ground Spices:
- Add turmeric powder, chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Mix well.
- Cook the Marinated Beef:
- Add the marinated beef to the pan. Cook on medium heat until the beef is browned on all sides.
- Add Cashew Paste:
- Pour in the cashew paste and mix thoroughly.
- Simmer:
- Add coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer until the beef is tender. This may take about 45 minutes to an hour.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Once the beef is tender and the gravy has thickened, garnish with fresh coriander. Serve the Beef Korma hot with rice or naan.
Enjoy your homemade Beef Korma! Adjust the spice levels according to your taste preferences.
