🥩 Beef Nihari Recipe – Traditional Pakistani Breakfast Delight

Introduction:

Beef Nihari is a slow-cooked, rich, and spicy beef stew that is a favorite in Pakistani households, especially served as a hearty breakfast on weekends. This recipe delivers a mouth-watering dish with tender beef and a flavorful gravy perfect with naan or paratha.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg beef shank (nihari cut)

• 1 cup onion (sliced)

• 2 tbsp wheat flour (atta)

• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste

• 1/2 cup oil or ghee

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tbsp nihari masala (store-bought or homemade)

• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

• 6–7 cups water

For Garnish:

• Julienned ginger

• Fresh coriander

• Green chilies

• Lemon wedges

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🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions 

1. Fry Onions 

In a large pot, heat oil/ghee and fry sliced onions until golden brown. Add ginger garlic paste and sauté for a minute.

2. Cook Beef 

Add beef pieces and look until meat changes color. Add salt, chili powder, turmeric, and nihari masala. Mix well.

3. Simmer 

Add water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer covered for 4–5 hours until beef is tender and the broth is flavorful.

4. Thicken Gravy 

Mix wheat flour with a little water to form a smooth paste. Slowly stir it into the gravy. Simmer for another 15 minutes until it thickens.

5. Garnish & Serve 

Top with ginger, coriander, green chilies, and lemon. Serve hot with naan.

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✅ Tips & Notes 

• For extra flavor, use beef shank or bone-in cuts.

• Slow cooking enhances the richness of the nihari.

• Let it rest for a few hours before serving for best results.

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🙏 Thanks for visiting!

Hope you enjoyed this Beef Nihari recipe. Try it out and treat your family to a traditional delight!

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❓ FAQs 

Q: Can I use pressure cooker for nihari?
Yes, but slow cooking brings out the most flavor.

Q: What to serve with nihari?
Warm naan or kulcha is ideal, along with lemon and ginger slices.

Q: Can nihari be frozen?
Yes, cool and store in airtight containers. Reheat before serving.