
Ground Beef Karahi
Karahi cooking at its best: Ground Beef tossed in a blazing karahi with tomatoes, green chilli and crushed spices, reduced until the oil separates — the unmistakable sign of a proper Pakistani masala.
Ingredients
- Garam Masala1 tsp
- Tomato Puree2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Tomato5, chopped
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Green Chili3, slit
- Ghee2 tbsp
- Bell Pepper1, sliced
- Ground Beef450 g
- Spring Onions3, cut into batons
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantrohandful, to finish
Instructions
- 1
Set a karahi over medium-high heat with the oil; when it shimmers, add the aromatics and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
- 2
Add the Ground Beef and sear until browned on all sides, stirring only occasionally.
- 3
Stir in Ghee and Garlic and cook down until soft and mingled with the oil.
- 4
Season with the spices and salt, frying for a minute until the kitchen smells toasty.
- 5
Add a splash of water, cover, and cook gently until the Ground Beef is tender and the masala has darkened and thickened.
- 6
Finish with ginger juliennes, green chilli and coriander, and serve straight from the karahi with naan.
Chef's tip
Prep everything before the heat goes on — pakistani cooking moves fast once it starts.
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