Brazilian recipe
Indian-Style Beef Picadinho
A striking Brazilian dish that harmonizes exotic spices with the freshness of fruits, creating a unique and irresistible combination of flavors.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup plain yogurt
3 tbsp margarine
2 beef stock cubes
1 tbsp curry powder
500g beef (sirloin or top round), cut into small cubes
1 tsp cinnamon powder
3 whole cloves
1/2 cup chopped coriander and spring onions
2 tomatoes, peeled, deseeded and chopped
4 cups boiling water
1 apple, peeled and cut into small cubes
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cavendish banana, chopped
1/2 cup golden sultanas
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded coconut
3 tbsp margarine
2 beef stock cubes
1 tbsp curry powder
500g beef (sirloin or top round), cut into small cubes
1 tsp cinnamon powder
3 whole cloves
1/2 cup chopped coriander and spring onions
2 tomatoes, peeled, deseeded and chopped
4 cups boiling water
1 apple, peeled and cut into small cubes
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cavendish banana, chopped
1/2 cup golden sultanas
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients at local supermarkets or specialty grocery stores. Fresh produce, meats, and dry spices are standard items found in the dairy, pantry, and meat aisles.
Preparation method
- In a large pot, melt the margarine and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the beef cubes and brown them well on all sides over medium-high heat.
- Sprinkle the flour over the meat and stir well, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add the cloves, cinnamon powder and curry powder, stirring to coat the meat and spices evenly.
- Dissolve the beef stock cubes in the boiling water and pour into the pot.
- Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for about 40 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, cubed apple, chopped banana, shredded coconut and sultanas.
- Stir gently and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Fold in the plain yogurt, mixing well to achieve a creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, if necessary.
- Remove from heat and finish by sprinkling with the chopped coriander and spring onions.
- Serve the picadinho hot, accompanied by steamed white rice.
Observations
If you are looking for a meal full of personality and comfort, this beef picadinho is the right choice. The oriental touch of the spices meets tropical ingredients, resulting in a thick sauce and an unforgettable flavor.
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