Beef Vindaloo

Ingredients

• Fresh cilantro - For garnish
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - To taste
• Water - 1 cup
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 2 teaspoons
• Ginger - 1-inch piece, grated
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 large, finely chopped
• Beef - 1 lb, cubed

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, marinate the beef cubes with red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, vinegar, and salt. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Add the marinated beef cubes to the pan and cook until browned on all sides.
5. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
6. Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.