Achar Gosht: The Perfect Blend of Spices and Pickles

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Preparation Time
20 minutes
Cooking Time
1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time
1 hour 50 minutes

Ingredients for Achar Gosht

For Achar Gosht Masala

    • 1/2 tsp red chili powder

    • 1 tsp crushed red chili flakes

    • 1 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)

    • 1/2 tbsp crushed fennel seeds

    • 1/2 tsp crushed fenugreek seeds

    • 1/2 tbsp crushed nigella seeds

    • 1/2 tbsp crushed black cumin seeds

    • 1/2 tbsp crushed coriander seeds

    • 1 tsp turmeric powder

For Achar Gosht

    • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice or vinegar

    • 1 1/2 cups yogurt

    • 1 tbsp freshly minced ginger and garlic or ginger garlic paste

    • 1 pound beef or lamb, cut into pieces

    • 5-6 medium-sized green chilies

    • 1/2 cup oil

    • 2 large tomatoes, pureed or ground

    • 1/2 cup water (or as required)

Kitchen Tools You Need

  • Large mixing bowl

  • Small bowl

  • Knife

  • Cutting board

  • Large pot or deep pan

  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Nutrition Details of Achar Gosht (per serving)

Step-by-Step Instructions for Achar Gosht

1
Prepare the Achar Gosht Masala
o   In a large bowl, combine all the spices listed under “Achar Gosht Masala” and mix well. Set aside.
2
Marinate the Meat
o   In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp of the prepared achar gosht masala with lemon juice or vinegar until smooth.
o   Carefully slit the green chilies lengthwise and deseed them. Fill the green chilies with the masala mixture and set aside.
o   In the large bowl with the remaining masala, add the minced ginger-garlic paste and yogurt. Mix well.
o   Add the meat pieces to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3
Cook the Achar Gosht
o   Heat oil in a large pot or deep pan over medium heat.
o   Add the marinated meat and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
o   Add the pureed tomatoes and cook for another 10 minutes until the oil separates from the mixture.
o   Add the stuffed green chilies and water. Cover and cook on low heat for about 1 hour or until the meat is tender and the oil separates again.
4
Final Touches
o   Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
o   Serve hot with naan or rice.
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