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How to Make Pakistani Beef Curry

Pakistani Beef Curry Finished Dish

Achar gosht (Pakistani Beef Curry) is a signature curry dish from Pakistan. This dish blends the rich aroma of curry with the tender texture of beef, offering a unique flavor profile that leans towards spicy. It is rich in high-quality protein and various vitamins, making it highly nutritious. The preparation takes about 2.5 hours, and the steps are not complicated, making it a delicious dish perfect for slow cooking on a weekend.

Estimated Cooking Difficulty: ★★★☆☆

Essential Ingredients and Tools

  • Standard frying pan
  • Rice cooker / Electric slow cooker
  • Masala powder (Brand: Shan is recommended)
  • Beef
  • Tomatoes
  • Spiral chili peppers
  • Plain yogurt
  • Garlic powder
  • Ginger powder

Measurements

The quantities below are based on 1kg of beef, which you can use to scale for different serving sizes. 1kg of beef makes enough curry for approximately 5 people.

Ingredients required for 1kg of beef:

  • Tomatoes 🍅: 4 pieces
  • Spiral chili peppers: 2 pieces (large size)
  • Plain yogurt: 1 carton
  • Masala powder: 1 packet (50g)
  • Garlic powder: 5g
  • Ginger powder: 5g

Instructions

  • Cut all spiral chili peppers into segments and set aside.
  • Blend all tomatoes into a smooth tomato puree and set aside. Tomato Puree
  • Cut the beef into 2cm cubes, wash them, and set aside. Beef
  • Pour a layer of oil into the frying pan (this helps prevent the tomato puree from boiling off too quickly). Oil
  • Add the tomato puree and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until it turns a deeper red color. Adding Tomato Puree Red Color
  • Add 5g of garlic powder, 5g of ginger powder, and 1 packet (50g) of Masala powder. Stir well to combine.
  • Add the beef and chili pepper segments. Stir to mix evenly.
  • Add 1 carton of yogurt (this helps thicken the sauce). Stir well.
  • Transfer all ingredients into the rice cooker/electric slow cooker. Add 250ml of water. Select the "Stew" or "Slow Cook" mode and set the timer for 2-3 hours.
  • Once finished, open the lid to check if the beef is tender. It is now ready to serve. Pakistani Beef Curry Finished Dish

Additional Notes

This recipe was learned from a Pakistani friend. I have documented the steps carefully to ensure authenticity.

It is typically served with Roti, Naan, or rice.

If you want to make Chicken Karahi, the process is almost the same, except you first fry the chicken with various spices and peppercorns in oil until it turns golden yellow.

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