Lahori Kokkinisto: Spicy Greek Stewed Meat in Lahori Style

Ingredients

In this adaptation, we infuse the traditional Greek Kokkinisto with the bold flavors of Lahori cuisine. We replace some of the Greek spices with Lahori spices such as cumin, coriander, and red chili powder to add a fiery kick to the dish. Additionally, we incorporate Lahori cooking techniques and serve the dish with fragrant rice or naan bread, which are staples in Lahori cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Kokkinisto, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) boneless meat (beef or lamb), cut into cubes 500g (1.1 lb) boneless meat (beef or lamb), cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 cups (470ml) tomato puree 2 cups (470ml) tomato puree
• 1 cup (235ml) water 1 cup (235ml) water
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 5g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until golden brown.
3. 3.
   Add the meat cubes to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
4. 4.
   Sprinkle cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala over the meat. Stir well to coat the meat with the spices.
5. 5.
   Pour in the tomato puree and water. Season with salt to taste.
6. 6.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with fragrant rice or naan bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Meat — For the best results, choose tender cuts of beef or lamb, such as stewing beef or shoulder chops. Trim any excess fat before cutting into cubes to ensure a leaner dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a finely chopped green chili pepper to the dish.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer the dish uncovered for the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the sauce to reduce and thicken.
• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili powder.

Serving advice

Serve Lahori Kokkinisto hot with fragrant basmati rice or freshly baked naan bread. The rice will help absorb the flavorful sauce, while the naan bread can be used to scoop up every last bit of the delicious meat and sauce.

Presentation advice

Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to add a pop of color. Serve it in a deep bowl or on a large platter to showcase the vibrant red sauce and tender meat.