Tamatar Gosht Curry

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) boneless lamb or beef, cut into cubes 500g (1.1 lb) boneless lamb or beef, cut into cubes
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tomatoes, pureed 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 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): 20g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 4g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and cook for another minute.
3. 3.
   Add the meat cubes to the pan and cook until browned on all sides.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato puree, yogurt, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
5. 5.
   Pour the tomato-yogurt mixture into the pan with the meat and stir well to combine.
6. 6.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the meat simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until tender.
7. 7.
   Once the meat is cooked, uncover the pan and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
8. 8.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Meat — For the best results, choose lean cuts of lamb or beef, such as leg or shoulder. Trim any excess fat before cutting into cubes to ensure a healthier dish.
• Tomatoes — Use ripe and juicy tomatoes for a naturally sweet and tangy flavor in the curry.
• Yogurt — Opt for plain yogurt with a creamy texture to add richness to the sauce.

Tips & Tricks

• Marinate the meat with the spice mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking to enhance the flavors.
• Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.
• For a richer and creamier sauce, you can add a tablespoon of ghee (clarified butter) towards the end of cooking.

Serving advice

Serve Tamatar Gosht hot with steamed basmati rice or freshly baked naan bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro for added freshness.

Presentation advice

Transfer the Tamatar Gosht curry to a serving dish and sprinkle some chopped cilantro on top for an appealing presentation. Serve with a side of rice or naan bread.