Description
This Vindaloo recipe is a flavorful and aromatic Indian curry dish with tender pork marinated in a blend of spices and cooked to perfection. Serve it with rice or naan for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless pork shoulder (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 cup water or stock
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Pork: In a bowl, combine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, turmeric, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, and garam masala. Add pork, coat well, and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Cook the Dish: Heat oil in a pot, sauté onion until golden, add garlic and ginger, then brown the marinated pork. Pour in water/stock, simmer covered for 45–60 minutes until tender.
- Final Touch: Adjust seasoning, serve hot with rice or naan, and garnish with cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by varying cayenne or adding coconut milk.
- Substitute pork with chicken or lamb for variation.
- For extra tang, increase vinegar amount to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
