Beef Vindaloo Recipe using Spice Mix

Prep time: 3-4 hours; Cook time: 20-30 mins; Serves 4-6

INGREDIENTS FOR MARINATING BEEF VINDALOO:

• Boned Beef Chuck (cut in 1" cubes) - 2 LBs
• Peeled and chopped ginger - 2"
• Peeled and chopped garlic - 2-3 cloves
• White vinegar -1/2 cup
• Salt (as per taste) - 1 tsp to 1.5 tsp
• Lime juice - 1.5 Tbsp
• Flavor Temptations Beef Vindaloo Spice Mix (contains 5 flavor blends) - 1

STEPS TO MARINATE TRADITIONAL BEEF VINDALOO:

1. In a bowl, whisk to together vinegar, ginger, garlic salt, lime juice
2. Add  Blend #5 (Marinade mix), and Blend #2 (powders)
3. Mix in Blend #3 (Cayenne) adjusting to preferred spice level: (Hot: add all of it; Medium: add half of it; Mild: do not add any)
4. Add beef cubes and toss to cover beef evenly
5. Cover and marinate 2-3 hours at room temperature or refrigerate overnight

INGREDIENTS TO MAKE TRADITIONAL BEEF VINDALOO CURRY SAUCE:

• Canola oil - 3 Tbsp
• Finely chopped onions - 1 cup
• Canned tomato puree - 2 cups
• Chopped cilantro (optional) - 6-8 stems

STEPS TO MAKE VINDALOO SAUCE:

6. In a pan, heat oil, add Blend #1 (Seeds) and step back to allow seeds to burst and sputter, releasing their flavors
7. Add onions and cook for 2-3 mins on medium heat until soft and transparent
8. Add marinated beef and cook on medium heat until beef is no longer pink on the outside
9. Stir in tomato puree and cook until beef is tender
10. Sprinkle Blend #4 (Garam Masala) and simmer 2-3 mins
    
11. Garnish with chopped cilantro(optional)

SERVING SUGGESTIONS FOR TRADITIONAL BEEF VINDALOO:

Serve hot over bed of long-grained or naan bread

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