Brazilian recipe
Brazilian 'Picadinho Indiano' (Spiced Beef Stew with Fruit)
A standout dish from Brazilian comfort food culture that balances exotic spices with fresh fruit, creating a unique and irresistible flavor profile.
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 apple, peeled and cut into small cubes
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley and spring onions
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded coconut
3 cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 Cavendish banana, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons margarine
500g beef (sirloin or top round), cut into small cubes
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup plain yogurt
4 cups boiling water
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 apple, peeled and cut into small cubes
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley and spring onions
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded coconut
3 cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 Cavendish banana, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons margarine
500g beef (sirloin or top round), cut into small cubes
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup plain yogurt
4 cups boiling water
Where to find ingredients
Most ingredients can be found in any standard supermarket. For the spices (curry, cloves, cinnamon), check the baking or spice aisle. High-quality shredded coconut and raisins are typically found in the baking or healthy snacks sections. Use fresh, firm bananas and apples for the best texture.
Preparation method
- In a large pot, heat the margarine and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides over medium-high heat.
- Sprinkle the flour over the meat and stir well, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add the cloves, ground cinnamon, and curry powder, stirring to coat the meat evenly with the spices.
- Dissolve the bouillon cubes in the boiling water and pour it 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 raisins.
- Mix gently and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate the plain yogurt into the stew, stirring well to create a creamy sauce.
- Adjust salt and black pepper to taste, if needed.
- Remove from heat and finish by sprinkling the chopped parsley and spring onions over the top.
- Serve the stew hot, accompanied by white rice.
Observations
If you are looking for a meal full of personality and heart, this 'Indian-style' beef stew is the perfect choice. The oriental touch of warm spices meets tropical ingredients, resulting in a rich, thick sauce and an unforgettable savory-sweet experience.
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